Total 16 Senior Executive level Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Blackpool, Lancashire

A Vacancy at Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.


We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Psychological Therapist/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to take up a 12-month, fixed-term position as a B8a Senior Psychological Therapist/Senior Clinical or Counselling Psychologist within the Blackpool CMHT.

The role is part of a waiting list initiative to support the existing B8b Principle Clinical Psychologist with the CMHT psychology waiting list. You will be joining a network of friendly, supportive and highly motivated psychological therapists/psychologists working across the Fylde Coast locality. Psychology is well-established within the Blackpool CMHT and is a highly valued part of the MDT. This post is ideally suited to a candidate who has a passion for working creatively with complex presentations.

There are opportunities to develop therapeutic skills in exciting therapeutic approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) with two IFS Level 1 trained therapists and two IFS Level 2 trained therapist working within the locality. You will also have access to support from two EMDR Consultants, one of whom is also a BACP accredited CBT Therapist. Clinical supervision can be provided in each of these modalities.

The team is supported clinically and professionally by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who works across Adult Mental Health and Access and Urgent Care services within the Fylde Coast.



To provide a qualified Psychological Therapist/Clinical or Counselling Psychology Service to service users within the nominated team(s) including the provision of enhanced specialist psychological assessment and therapy, working within the policies, procedures and protocols applicable to the service.

To offer advice and consultation on patients' psychological care to psychology and non-psychology colleagues and to other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.

To develop advanced skills in consultancy by implementing formal systems of consultancy within the nominated team(s), as directed and guided by your Locality Professional Lead and his/her deputies.

To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area in which the postholder works.

The base would be the Gateway, Blackpool, primarily, although there may be some requirements to travel to other venues across the Fylde Coast as appropriate.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.



For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Dec 2024

A Vacancy at Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.


We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Psychological Therapist/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to take up a 12-month, fixed-term position as a B8a Senior Psychological Therapist/Senior Clinical or Counselling Psychologist within the Blackpool CMHT.

The role is part of a waiting list initiative to support the existing B8b Principle Clinical Psychologist with the CMHT psychology waiting list. You will be joining a network of friendly, supportive and highly motivated psychological therapists/psychologists working across the Fylde Coast locality. Psychology is well-established within the Blackpool CMHT and is a highly valued part of the MDT. This post is ideally suited to a candidate who has a passion for working creatively with complex presentations.

There are opportunities to develop therapeutic skills in exciting therapeutic approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) with two IFS Level 1 trained therapists and two IFS Level 2 trained therapist working within the locality. You will also have access to support from two EMDR Consultants, one of whom is also a BACP accredited CBT Therapist. Clinical supervision can be provided in each of these modalities.

The team is supported clinically and professionally by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who works across Adult Mental Health and Access and Urgent Care services within the Fylde Coast.



To provide a qualified Psychological Therapist/Clinical or Counselling Psychology Service to service users within the nominated team(s) including the provision of enhanced specialist psychological assessment and therapy, working within the policies, procedures and protocols applicable to the service.

To offer advice and consultation on patients' psychological care to psychology and non-psychology colleagues and to other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.

To develop advanced skills in consultancy by implementing formal systems of consultancy within the nominated team(s), as directed and guided by your Locality Professional Lead and his/her deputies.

To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area in which the postholder works.

The base would be the Gateway, Blackpool, primarily, although there may be some requirements to travel to other venues across the Fylde Coast as appropriate.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.



For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Dec 2024

A great opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, suitably qualified, experienced, confident and forward thinking individual to work as a senior staff nurse.

The Harbour is situated on the Fylde Coast in Lancashire, with the Ribble Valley to the South, the Bowland Hills to the East and not too distant from the Lake District. It also has the benefits of being situated in a quiet area, very close to motorway links, just off the M55

The Harbour consists of a variety of wards, including Adult Acute, Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, Older Adult Wards and Dementia Wards. The teams work very closely to support each other and there is a clear focus on support and professional development of our nurses.

We have a wealth of disciplines based at the Harbour, including Psychologists, Occupational Health Nurses, Health and Wellbeing Workers, Physical Health Nurses, Pharmacists and Psychiatric consultants. This ensures a holistic way of working and enables us to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.

You must be able to provide clinical leadership and motivation to develop the existing staff whilst maintaining high professional standards, demonstrating commitment to staff development and patient care. Must have knowledge and experience within adult mental health.

You will promote and maintain high standards of care whilst supporting and assisting to implement local and national strategies and initiatives.

You will need to possess excellent interpersonal skills, have leadership and staff development skills. A strong commitment to your ongoing professional education and development is essential.

The successful post holder will be expected be able to rotate across the specialty areas and be able to work shifts covering 24 hours, seven days a week.

The £7k Welcome Bonus package applies to this role. The bonus is only available for people who are not currently employed (or who have not been employed in the last 12 months) by any NHS provider trust in the Lancashire & South Cumbria Integrated Care System in a like-for-like role; e.g. a Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse at another Trust in the LSC ICS would not be eligible for the bonus if moving to a Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse role at LSCFT. Bank only workers for Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust are eligible for the scheme if they have not held a substantive role in Lancashire & South Cumbria Integrated Care System in the last 12 months (subject to all other terms and conditions being met).

These incentives are subject to recovery clauses within the first 6 months of employment. This bonus is applicable from 1st July 2024 – 30th November 2024.

The £7k Welcome Bonus package is designed to attract and retain the very best staff in post. The amount a new starter would receive is shown in the Welcome Bonus Payment Schedule below:

• £3,000 after 2 months of employment (counted from start date with LSCFT)
• £2,000 after 12 months
• £2,000 after 24 months

PLEASE NOTE: This bonus scheme is subject to a Repayment Clause should the post holder leave this role within 6 months of commencing employment.

For more details, please visit our website - Welcome bonus and relocation packages terms and conditions Welcome bonus and relocation packages terms and conditions ::Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (lscft.nhs.uk)

If you have any questions, we would be happy to discuss them – please contact recruitment@lscft.nhs.uk.

Please note not all wards have this Incentive available, if you are interested in the Incentive please discuss this at interview.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

A Vacancy at Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.


Fylde Coast Home Based Treatment Team
Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner

Job Description Senior Home Treatment Mental Health Practitioner (37.5 Hours per week)

Grade Agenda for Change Band 6

Based at Fylde Coast HBTT, The Gateway Blackpool Football Stadium

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior mental health practitioner to join the Fylde Coast Home Treatment Team.

The Fylde Coast Home Treatment Team provides 24 hour support to service users who are suffering from mental health concerns that would otherwise require admission to an acute in patient environment. There is a strong focus on a recovery model and effective risk management to provide high quality care in a community setting.



The Fylde Coast Home Treatment Team are always striving towards excellence in service delivery and ensuring that the Trust values are achieved. Currently the team is undergoing an exciting period of change that will see the working together to develop a model of care that ensures effective service delivery in partnership with local services and across the Urgent Care Pathway.

The successful applicant will be dynamic and forward thinking they will be passionate about working with service users with acute mental health concerns and providing a recovery focused approach. The successful applicant will have the ability to work as part of a Team and in partnership with local services.

There will be an expectation that the successful applicant will also undertake night duty and shift work as part of their role.

Successful applicants will be provided with a full induction and appraisal to formulate a Personal Development Plan and to identify training and development needs

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT





Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

The University of Central Lancashire’s School of Business has a proud history of educating ambitious, responsible, enterprising business leaders on its undergraduate, postgraduate and degree apprenticeship courses. We are on an ambitious course to deliver outstanding educational outcomes for all students.

We are looking for a talented and inspirational Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance to join our team. You will be involved the design of a new course, the Accounting Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship, and in the teaching of accounting and finance on undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You will be given professional development support to help you succeed and realise your academic career ambitions.

About us

The University of Central Lancashire is an international, multi-campus Institution that can trace its roots back to 1828. The University is one of the UK’s largest universities with a staff and student community approaching 38,000. Our employment-focused course portfolio, with over 350 undergraduate programmes, nearly 200+ postgraduate courses, and a rich array of CPD courses means that students enjoy a first-class experience underpinned by research. Our current Strategic Plan runs until 2028 to mark the University’s 200th anniversary and seeks to “transform lives by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve.”

The School of Business is home to over 3,000 students and 130 staff. The University has recently been awarded the maximum 5 Stars in the international QSStars standards: including Teaching, Employability, Facilities, Inclusiveness, and Internationalisation. In NSS 2024, we are Number 1 in the UK for overall positivity for Accounting courses. In 2023, we won the Education North Award for Best Entrepreneurial University, recognising the quality of the work we do to support SMEs.

The business school offers a comprehensive range of industry-focused and professionally accredited qualifications designed to meet the needs of current and aspiring business leaders. These range from Foundation Entry, Degree Apprenticeships, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees to PhD and doctoral programmes, and an expanding range of CPD courses.

About you

You will

be a talented and motivational educator, capable of supporting students to succeed;
Good honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
have professional expertise in accounting/finance
have experience of teaching on accounting and finance courses accredited by relevant PSRBs (Institute of Financial Accountants, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)
ideally, you will be a CCAB membership (desirable)
ideally, you will have knowledge/experience of degree apprenticeships (desirable)
be a team player, committed to building an outstanding business school through the excellence of your work.
We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will diversify the School’s teaching team and support the collective development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Informal discussion:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Adrian Wright (Associate Dean).


We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our website at Safeguarding

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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Your new company
I am working with a dynamic and forward-thinking company, based in Blackburn, who are looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger professional to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that values precision, efficiency, and teamwork.

Your new role
As a Senior Purchase Ledger, your primary responsibilities will include controlling and setting up new approved suppliers, processing multi-currency invoices, and ensuring adherence to purchase credit and returns policies. You will monitor unfulfilled orders, liaise with internal purchasing representatives, and work closely with the 'Goods In' department to resolve discrepancies. Additionally, you will be responsible for monthly reviews of supplier account information, chasing invoices, and reconciling supplier statements. Your role will also involve managing payment runs via BACS, liaising with external stakeholders for international payments, and ensuring compliance with HMRC Duty charges. This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week on a flexible basis.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will need to be a motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic. Experience of working in a high volume purchase ledger role previously is essential, with an analytical mindset. You should have a proven ability to implement rigorous controls and processes, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Proficiency in all major IT applications, including Microsoft Excel (vlookups and pivot tables), is essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £30,000 and the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment. Other benefits will also include:

• Enhanced holidays
• Healthcare plan
• Flexible working
• Onsite parking

If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional looking to advance your career in finance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Join AXA Commercial and be part of an award-winning team! As the 2024 Insurance Award’s Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, we're proud to be industry recognised for our ongoing commitment to supporting our broker partners and customers.
We’re recruiting for Senior Property Claims Handlers to join our growing team, based in our newly refurbished Bolton office. If you have a natural ability to relate to people and are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, then you could be the perfect addition to our team.
Our Property Claims team is responsible for managing all claims relating to Commercial Property. As part of the wider Claims function including Casualty, Motor Engineering and Commercial Motor, you'll contribute to the strategic objectives of AXA Commercial whilst helping our customers protect what matters most to them. Every claim is different and that’s what gives the job so much variety!
At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, either at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events.
What you’ll be doing:

Ensuring each customer feels valued and supported with their claim, providing personalised and accurate information based on your expertise and training. Due to the nature of the role, some claims are because of a distressing or simply unfortunate incident, so listening and acting with empathy is key.
Staying composed and level-headed when faced with challenges to effectively assist and support customers during their most critical moments of need.
Taking proactive measures and utilising available resources to ensure the best possible outcome for each customer, addressing their specific needs related to their incident or claim. This includes investigating and gathering evidence to help bring each claim to the point of conclusion.
Respond promptly to calls, while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail, precise and timely completion of case notes, logs and diaries for each customer.
Recognising the signs of a fraudulent claim and referring these for further investigation where needed.

Working Hours and Shift Pattern: Your working hours will be Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, a total of 35 hours per week, with no weekend work required!
Training:
You’ll have a structured onsite training programme with one of our specialist Trainers. Following training and once you’re more competent in the role, you’ll move to a hybrid way of working; working at least 40% of your week away from home at our Bolton office.
We thrive on helping you become the best version on yourself. Throughout your career with us, we’ll provide you with all the support and training necessary to enhance your professional development. We have 1000’s of training opportunities and courses so your future is most definitely within your control.

Senior Complex Claims Handler

Hybrid working - Manchester.

Looking to work in a corporate environment which offers promotion upwards? If so and you are looking for an opportunity as a Senior Claims Handler with a Global Business then this is the role for you… This is a really unique role where you work in the Complex Claims Team dealing high value claims across liability within the UK as well as Internationally.

Part of the complex claims team, you will be working together to achieve both the team's objectives and your own. As a Snr Handler, you will have exposure to different claims within complex and large loss where you will be fully responsible for your workload and be involved in key projects within the Claims function.

We are looking to speak to experienced claims handler or professionals from either an insurance or legal background such as solicitors or paralegals.

If you enjoy working as a part of a team, getting involved in projects and social events then this company offers all that!

What's in it for you?

In return, you will receive an excellent salary and benefits package working with one of the World's Leading Insurance Companies. This is a unique role which will potentially lead to a longer-term career.

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This is a full-time post for a TAVI clinical Fellow in Cardiology for a fixed term period of 12 months. The successful candidate will support the aortic stenosis service development (TAVI Programme) development in the Cardiac Division.



The post holder will have an opportunity to gain clinical experience in the management of aortic stenosis, as well as acquiring practical knowledge and skills in TAVI procedures and dealing with procedural complications.

· To participate in and develop research protocols.

· To participate in and develop quality improvement initiatives in enhancing patient pathways of care.

· To participate in patient database development.

· To undertake clinic review of aortic stenosis patients referred for a possible TAVI and to undertake clinic follow-up of patients who have received a TAVI (clinics run alongside TAVI specialist nurse)

· To receive training in the management of patients undergoing a TAVI including diagnostic workup, effective MDT decision making, CT software utilization, TAVI Cath lab procedure, post procedural care.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, and offers a full range of district hospital services and community health services to a population of 1.6 million in Lancashire and South Cumbria.

The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services across the wider region.

We employ more than 6,500 staff, with a turnover in excess of £370m in 2014/2015 and have approximately 900 beds.

Our main activities are:
• Cardiovascular care at our Cardiac centre.
• Accident and Emergency at Blackpool Teaching Hospital.
• Community Midwifery and Women and Children’s Services.
• Clinical research with an 80-strong team of nurses and doctors.
• Community nursing and school nursing.
• Recovery and rehabilitation for a variety of conditions including brain injury, stroke and elderly care.
• Sexual health and family planning services.
• Wellbeing and lifestyle including mental health services, heart health campaigns, and smoking cessation services.
• End of life and palliative care.

The Trust houses a state of the art Simulation & Skills Facility that provides training for all grades of staff to improve the safety and quality of the service that we offer our patients.

This is a full-time post for a TAVI clinical Fellow in Cardiology for a fixed term period of 12 months. The successful candidate will support the aortic stenosis service development (TAVI Programme) development in the Cardiac Division.



The post holder will have an opportunity to gain clinical experience in the management of aortic stenosis, as well as acquiring practical knowledge and skills in Tavi procedures and dealing with procedural complications.



It is expected that the post holder would either be post-CCT or close to completion of CCT. The post holder is expected to contribute to the research, clinical improvement and audit activities of the TAVI programme. There will be opportunity to, and expectation of carrying out original research.



The Cardiac Division has been involved in TAVI procedures since 2008 and currently carries out approximately 150 procedures a year, using both self-expanding and balloon expanding devices. We have a well-established TAVI team comprising Cardiologists (Drs Abdelaziz, Choudhury, Gamal, More, Roberts and Wiper), cardiac surgeons (Mr Raimondo), cardiac anesthetists, TAVI nurses, TAVI coordinator. We have a robust and well-established MDT process for discussion of potential TAVI patients, and we are in the process of streamlining our referral process.


This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jul 2024

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The Technical Services department within Pharmacy is looking for an enthusiastic individual to become an integral part of our Aseptic Service team. You will provide support to the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit by undertaking the manufacture and dispensing of ready to use, patient specific, aseptically prepared injections including cancer chemotherapy. You will be required to complete documentation, perform complex calculations and undertake intricate manipulations while working within isolators based in our clean room facilities

Support workers in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit work in clean rooms in isolators preparing chemotherapy injections for patients with cancer.

We require a person with a positive and responsible attitude to work, good communication skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines. You should be an enthusiastic team member but be able to work on your own initiative. Previous Pharmacy or manufacturing experience would be an advantage but is not essential as comprehensive training and support will be given.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Further information about our specialist service can be found via the following link.

Aseptic and Production Unit Services | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (bfwh.nhs.uk)


This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jul 2024

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Our client based in Blackburn has the need of a Credit Hire Executive

Due to ongoing growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a credit hire fee earner/solicitor to join our Personal Injury/Credit Hire department.

We are a Lexcel accredited, and full-service law firm which is well known for its quality high value work providing clients with an exceptional experience and a high level of sophistication.

There is a steady stream of incoming work due to the firm’s excellent reputation and recommendations.

The firm nurtures a working environment which promotes taking exceptional care of its staff and clients which is shown in its high levels of employee retention and a resoundingly positive working atmosphere.

Job Purpose:
To handle a live caseload of credit hire files.
Ability to work independently and as a team player.
Utilise Case Management Systems to effectively manage and track case progress.
Ability to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes
Experience of the OIC/MOJ Portal is essential.
Skills & Qualifications Required

A technically strong fee earner/ solicitor with approximately no less than 2 years’ experience
Have extensive experience in dealing with credit hire more specifically pre and post litigated matters.
Provide excellent client care via regular communication.
Ability to manage relationships and agreements with third parties.
Strong knowledge of relevant case law and the ability to interpret and apply it effectively.
Have a proven track record of handling an independent caseload.
Possess excellent written/verbal communication and research skills.
Excellent drafting/ negotiating skills.
Sound appreciation of client care and service delivery
Motivated, driven, and committed to professional growth

Job Type:
Permanent

A Vacancy at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


The Haematology department at Blackpool Victoria Hospital is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Biomedical Scientist or registered Clinical Scientist to work within our friendly, hard-working team. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your knowledge and experience to the team and to learn new skills in an interesting and challenging role

The successful candidate will have significant post registration experience in haematology and coagulation, as well as a completed IBMS specialist portfolio and an MSc (or equivalent) in a related subject .

Reporting to the Haematology Laboratory Manager, you will be working with the other senior staff in Haematology to ensure the smooth running and high-quality output of the service. The post holder will have specific lead responsibility for coagulation and departmental audit.
• Part of the senior team responsible for the day-to-day running of the laboratory
• Training of BMS and MLA staff in accordance with departmental SOPs
• Write and update SOPs relevant to your section
• Verification, testing and training for new equipment
• Ensuring ongoing staff competency assessment and CPD
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of patient samples
• Maintaining and controlling analysers, including trouble shooting, reporting faults and liaising with engineers
• Taking a lead on departmental audits including scheduling and completion
• Quality tasks including document control, IQC/EQA, pre-acceptance testing, measurement of uncertainty, gathering data for statistical analysis e.g. KPI monitoring
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the quality management system to ensure accreditation to ISO15189:2022
• Performing specialist coagulation tests such as lupus, thrombophilia, factor assays and DOACs
• Work closely with the clinical haematology team to improve and develop the service
• Provide cover for the senior BMS staff responsible for other sections of the laboratory
• Deputise for the Haematology Laboratory Manager as necessary

The department is equipped with Siemens Advia 2120i Haematology analysers, Werfen ACL TOP 550 coagulation analysers, Starrsed ST automated ESR analyser, andBeckman Coulter Navios flow cytometer. Prior experience and training on these systems would be advantageous.

A significant equipment refresh is imminent, and the post holder will be required to assist with verification, updating documentation and training staff in the use of the new equipment.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire and operates within a regional health economy catchment area that spans Lancashire and South Cumbria, supporting a population of 1.6 million. The Trust is a provider of specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services across this region.

The Trust provides a range of acute services to the 352,000 population of the Fylde coast health economy and the estimated 18 million visitors to the seaside town of Blackpool. Since April 1, 2012, the Trust also provides a wide range of community health services to the 445,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and North Lancashire.

Blackpool is known for its historic seafront and promenade, as well as many tourist attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower.

Blackpool is conveniently situated within a 45-minute drive of Manchester, and less than three-hours from Edinburgh and London by rail.

Please see job description and person spec for more details of the expectations of this role

When completing your application, please ensure you address as many as possible of the essential and desirable requirements as stated in the person spec.




This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Jul 2024

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Blackpool Fylde and Wyre NHS Foundation trust is a busy acute hospital, treating more than 80,000-day case and in patients last year.

The Surgical Directorate in June 2011 opened Phase VI which is a purpose built state of the art building encompassing theatres and wards. The Surgical Admissions Unit (SAU) currently has a vacancy for a senior Health Care Assistant. This is an internal rotational vacancy. We are looking for flexible, enthusiastic team player who have excellent communication skills and is committed to helping to deliver first class care. In exchange we offer the chance to work in a supportive environment where a full induction will be given

SAU comprises of 23 beds . The SAU assesses Surgical, Urology and Gynaecology patients with the view to expand to assessing ENT and ambulatory orthopaedic patients. The unit is operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Referrals are received from The General Practitioner / Urgent Care Centre, SDEC, Accident and Emergency and Referral from Consultant in the Outpatients Clinic.

Our strong focus on continuing professional development and training gives everyone the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We believe in clear responsibilities, mutual respect and a productive environment which allows everyone to progress.

Assist with the initial assessments of emergency surgical/gynaecology admissions.
• Recording observations.
• Supporting the registered nurse in the assessment and implementation of care.
• Venepuncture.
• ECG recording.
• Recording of vital signs.
• Basic nursing skills.
• Assistance with nutritional needs.
• Assistance with Hygiene needs.
• Maintaining accurate documentation.
• Transfer to theatres and other departments.

Main duties may include filing results, retrieving/distributing case note files from all areas of the Trust, tracing hospital records using the hospital information system, typing ad-hoc correspondence using Microsoft Word in addition to providing audio typing duties to support all medical secretaries within a department who support the Consultants’ workload when needed, collecting post and any other duties specified by the admin manager and team leader.

The post holder will work under the direction of senior staff to deliver administrative support within a department, ensuring key performance indicators (KPIs) are met. Working within, and adhering to, the Trust standards of practice, and Trust policies and procedures. Other duties will be incorporated and subject to the ever-changing needs of providing a specialised patient service.



Training on the hospital systems used will be provided.



Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

See Job Description and person specification. Please read the attached documents, prior to applying for the role.

Specific duties will include, following appropriate training:
• Taking and recording observations of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration. Recording height and weight. - follow NEWS escalation policy.
• Completing nursing assessment documentation under the supervision of a registered nurse (including Water low/Must assessment
• Urinalysis and specimen taking as per protocol
• Undertake venepuncture in line with national and local policies
• Completing pre-op check lists for patients going to theatre.
• Blood monitoring testing.
• Transferring of patients to clinics/ward areas/ theatre.
• Record electrocardiogram readings (ECG’s).
• Provide chaperoning duties as required
• Record relevant details of accidents and untoward incidents in accordance with Trust Policy. Notify immediate manager within 24 hours.
• Maintain good relationships with other members of the MDT.
• Identify training needs of self and participate in relevant in service education.
• To attend staff meeting.
• Embrace the Trust appraisal system and identify personal and educational requirements in conjunction with the manager.
• Expand the role to fulfil the needs of the service when required.


This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Jul 2024

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Our department covers and provides a service to a population of approximately 450,000 residents, increasing during our busy holiday seasons. The learning and development opportunities are vast with dedicated training and development nurses based in the department. We offer both internal and external courses to help you to develop to your full potential in Emergency Nursing. We consider the Department to be an innovative, creative and friendly environment for those nurses who wish to provide high quality patient centred care. Our team is multi-disciplinary including Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Emergency Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health Liaison, Emergency Department Assistants, Assistant Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Medical Staff, Ward Clerk, Housekeeper, Volunteers and a team of over 90 registered nurses. Fully rotational to a variety of shifts including night duty is a requirement of the post.



We are looking to recruit a full time Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurses for our busy and transforming Emergency Department. As a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse you will manage the ED to ensure safe staffing,co-ordination and practice promoting the Trust’s Vision and Values within self and others. Lead on and ensure all training needs of the staff within ED are met, coordinated, maintained within policies and standardsto promote high quality care.



Although full time is preferred part time hours may be considered.



Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

For further information on the Job Description and main responsibilities, Please see the attached Job Description.
Please also read the attached Person Specification to ensure you have the relevant criteria for the post.




This advert closes on Thursday 23 May 2024

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A Vacancy at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We have an exciting vacancy within our Pharmacy Purchasing, Invoicing & Homecare team. We are looking for someone who is hard working, enthusiastic and has excellent communication skills to join us. This is a permanent vacancy and full training will be provided.

We are looking to recruit a forward thinking and enthusiastic individual to join our small but busy pharmacy purchasing, invoicing & Homecare team.

Your duties will include:
• The purchasing and receipt of all medicines on behalf of the Trust and external customers
• Manual and electronic processing of all pharmaceutical invoices and payment claims
• The ordering, receipt and invoicing of Homecare medicines in line with national standards
• Dealing with queries relating to all purchasing and invoicing issues
• Working in accordance with the Pharmacy’s wholesale dealers and home office licences
• Ensuring medicines are procured in line with the Department of Health and the Trusts strategies
• Occasional cover of goods receipt area which may involve prolonged standing and heavy lifting
• Ordering and invoicing of all Homecare medicines for the Trust

Excellent numeracy, literacy and IT skills, as well as previous experience of working in either a busy finance, procurement or pharmacy environment are all essential for this role.

This role requires attention to detail and strong communication skills to ensure all medicines for the Trust are procured, received and invoiced correctly and on time.

It is a challenging but rewarding role which requires someone that has the ability to work in a pressurized environment, using their own initiative and is able to meet deadlines.

Candidates who are invited to interview will be required to carry out a basic numeracy and literacy skills test.



The Pharmacy Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals consists of over 140 members of staff. We provide a wide range of services including clinical support at ward level, a dispensary service, aseptic services, medicines procurement, clinical trials, medicines information and much more.

We are a friendly department and pride ourselves on making everyone feel welcome when they join our team.

We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.


This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024

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