Total 168 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Bedford, MK42 9AP

To take shared responsibility for non-invasive cardiac investigations to ensure all the investigation are performed to the highest standards possible with full patient safety and to provide expert advice on findings. To liaise with cardiology doctors as and when necessary.

To take responsibility of performing echocardiogram on in and out patients and generate their own reports to BSE standards. Ensuring service is supported by the appropriate guidelines, protocols and clinic capacity. To deputise for the head of department in his absence. To participate in the training and development of junior staff within the department along with the remit to train appropriate others as required by the service. The post holder will be required to participate in other non-invasive areas of cardiac investigations, exercise-tolerance testing, Holter monitoring and analysis and tilt-testing.

Job Title: Chief Cardiac Physiologist

Band: 7 + 10% recruitment and retention premium

Hours 37.5 Hours per Week

We are very passionate about furthering your potential by creating different pathways, whether providing varied experience via Rotation or even a specialist provision dependent upon the position, the choice is yours!

We are looking for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced Cardiac Physiologist specialised in echocardiography to join our friendly team. The Department provides a wide range of diagnostic and invasive cardiac investigations. Also provide pacemaker implantation and follow-up clinics. Applicant should hold BSc in Clinical Physiology degree or equivalent and also have been accredited in BSE/EACVI Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography. The department is currently awarding 10% recruitment and retention (R&R) to all fully BSE accredited staff.

Only fully accredited applicants in adult echocardiography will be considered for this post

This post has been designed to help with the expansion of the Echo department with the introduction of the new stress echo service, along with the plans to start a physiologist led valve clinic with the final aim being BSE Departmental Accredited.

The department is planning towards 7 day working, the successful applicant would expected to participate in this.

For further information or for informal visit please contact Huseyin Ahmet on 01234 792047 (Huseyin.ahmet@bedfordhospital.nhs.uk)

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

1 To undertake and carry out competently a full range of non-invasive investigations:

Trans-Thoracic Echocardiography - To perform study and provide clinical reports to aid diagnosis or any on-going treatment. To make clinical decisions as to when to expedite clinic follow-up as required. Supervision of junior staff members. To also assist the physician in Trans-Oesophageal Echocardiography and Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography with regard to obtaining optimal images and measurements during the procedure. To be responsible for relevant equipment and drugs used in procedure.
• Tilt testing - To be aware of dangerous arrhythmia associated with test. To be able to respond correctly to any such arrhythmia. To be able to explain test and to reassure patient. To accurately monitor haemodynamic measurements during test. Supervision of junior staff members.
• Exercise Tolerance Testing (technician led) - to be aware of contraindications for exercise testing. To be able to recognise dangerous arrhythmia associated with test. Be able to provide first line resuscitation and defibrillation while awaiting crash team. Know when to stop test either due to patient symptoms or using information derived from on-screen ECG recordings.
• 24 hour tape analysis - Analyse and provide a clinical report to aid diagnosis, to be aware of significant arrhythmia and make clinical decisions on referrals. To know when to expedite reports to cardiologist, supervision and advice for junior staff members.
• Blood pressure monitoring - to provide clinical information with regard to patients ambulatory blood pressure to aid diagnosis or on-going treatment.
• To maintain stock levels within department.
• Work in collaboration with the nominated lead Cardiologist.






This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Mar 2024

We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join our innovative multi-disciplinary Emotional & Behavioural Team (EBT3) in Bedford CAMHS. We are currently doing hybrid working.

EB3 offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions to young people aged 5-18 and their families. We have close links to schools and community services. The role involves completing assessments and completing individual and group interventions.

We are a team that prides itself on creative, innovative and evidenced based approaches to our work with service users and carers and value a supportive and reflective culture in the work environment. The team is part of Bedfordshire CAMHS which is a large, dynamic and successful CAMHs service comprising of 2 emotional and behavioural teams, a LAC team, a CAMHs schools team, a parent-infant psychotherapy team, a paediatric team, a GP team, an adolescent mental health team, a crisis team and an eating disorders service and Neurodevelopment Team. We also have embedded workers in Early Help, CDC and social care.

The post-holder will provide a specialist service within CAMHS to children, young people and their families in the North of Bedfordshire and will be based in our CAMHS hub in Bedford. The successful post-holder will directly contribute to the positive working environment within the multi-disciplinary team. The post-holder will be expected to hold a high degree of autonomy and to contribute to service development projects as well as line management and clinical supervision of other team members.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

See Job description and Person specification, attached for further information about this vacancy.


This advert closes on Monday 1 Apr 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

ELFT has long been recognised as a centre of excellence for mental and health care, innovation and improvement. So it is a very exciting time for you to come and work for us. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Feedback received about the current IST team:

After a YP with complex needs and well known to mental and social services deteriorated significantly, IST offered a prompt, efficient response to YP and her family, both over the phone and, soon afterwards, via an urgent visit. In addition, both before and after seeing the YP and family they liaised with the network at all times --- a great example of team-work and person-centred care!

Thank you for all of the support you have provided for my daughter, I really didn't think that this package would work but it has been completely different this time round and as a result my daughter has not ended up in hospital. Thank you all.

X from IST a is very responsive and good communicator with our team. We have valued X’s support and input in supporting some very vulnerable young people.

The CAMHS Intensive Support Team (IST) across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes has an opportunity for experienced Mental Health professionals to join our team as a CAMHS Senior IST Practitioner (Occupational Therapist).

From January 2020 until June 2021 Bedfordshire CAMHS completed a successful pilot, in collaboration with Central Bedfordshire Children’s Services, called the Intensive Support Team.

This was part of the transforming care programme, working assertively to keep young people with learning disabilities and/or Autism closer to home without the need for inpatient units and / or from becoming a Looked After Child. Following the successful pilot, funding was secured to set up a substantive IST across the ICS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) in February 2021.



This is an exciting post which will appeal to colleagues committed to improving the mental health of children and young people. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and highly motivated with excellent communication skills and experience of working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

We place immense value on the contribution of our clinicians and as such are committed to the development of a strong governance structure which offers high quality training, supervisions and career development opportunities.

The CAMHS Intensive Support Team (IST) across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes has an opportunity for experienced Mental Health professionals to join our team as a CAMHS Senior IST Practitioner (Occupational Therapist).

From January 2020 until June 2021 Bedfordshire CAMHS completed a successful pilot, in collaboration with Central Bedfordshire Children’s Services, called the Intensive Support Team. This was part of the transforming care programme, working assertively to keep young people with learning disabilities and/or Autism closer to home without the need for inpatient units and / or from becoming a Looked After Child. Following the successful pilot, funding was secured to set up a substantive IST across the ICS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) in February 2021.



The post holders will have

A desire to be innovative and creative in meeting the needs of children, young people and families at a point of crisis

The ability to work within a team and forge good working relationships with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency colleagues

Experience of undertaking effective risk assessment, risk management and collaborative working with young people and families

Experience of working in a mental health setting with leadership, management and supervisory responsibilities.

Experience of working with young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Learning Disabilities.

Experience in completing sensory integration assessments.

Great communication skills with young people and with colleagues from different sectors.

We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist experienced in Mental Health, who is committed to providing excellent care for young people and their families.

The Intensive Support Team (IST) works alongside the CAMHS Crisis Team, an integrated multi agency service offering treatment to young people and families with complex and significant mental health presentations. We provide short to medium term high intensity intervention with the aim of preventing hospital admission and work with local partners and CAMHS teams across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

The work will range from Mental State assessments to multi-agency work including therapeutic work, care and behaviour support planning, consultation, peer supervision, joint work and participation in team meetings. You will be committed to delivering high quality care through evidence-based practice and in return we will demonstrate our commitment to your development through strong supervision and CPD opportunities. We value the importance of cohesive multi-disciplinary working and welcome applicants from all disciplines interested in the role.

This is an exciting post which will appeal to colleagues committed to improving the mental health of children and young people. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and highly motivated with excellent communication skills and experience of working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

We place immense value on the contribution of our clinicians and as such are committed to the development of a strong governance structure which offers high quality training, supervisions and career development opportunities.


This advert closes on Sunday 7 Apr 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The post holder carries responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care needs of a child or group of children, without direct supervision. The post holder will assist and work with the senior sister on shift to ensure high standards of care are maintained. A period of preceptorship or induction (dependant on previous qualified experience) will be provided.

This post is to work across the Paediatric Unit, and may include covering the outpatient area and the Children's Assessment Unit

Clinical and Professional Leadership


1. Manage the care of a group of children and their families for the duration of the shift, taking account of the planned programme of care, changes needed during the shift, and the effects of that care on the child and/or family. All care given must take account of prescriptions for care by medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
2. Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable them to take on care of the child both in hospital and at home, as wished by the family.
3. Be responsible for evaluating the care given, and effectively communicate this evaluation to children, families and staff through written and verbal reports.
4. Use play as an effective means of communication, therapy and stimulation at all times during the planning and implementation of care. Where required, involve play specialist, ward teacher and schools in accessing and developing appropriate play/education programmes to meet the needs of the individual child.
5. Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the child’s stay in hospital.
6. Ensure that all drugs are administered, recorded and stored in accordance with Paediatric Unit and Hospital Drug Policies.





GENERAL:

To comply at all times with any regulations issued by the Trust, especially those governing Health and Safety at work and to ensure that any defects which may affect safety at work are brought to the attention of the appropriate manager.

It is the responsibility of all staff to minimise the Trust's environmental impact by recycling wherever possible, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use, minimising water usage and reporting faults promptly.

This job description reflects the present requirements and objectives of the post. As the duties of the post change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment, in consultation with the post holder.

You are required to disclose any additional work you undertake or are planning to undertake for another employer.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

This post is subject to the successful completion of a probationary period of 6 months within which the notice period for both you and Bedford Hospital is four weeks.

STANDARDS:

Staff are responsible for complying with the relevant standards set by their Line Manager. A breach of such standards may lead to disciplinary action. It would be investigated fairly and appropriate steps taken to prevent a recurrence and address any wider causes.





Clinical and Professional Leadership


1. Manage the care of a group of children and their families for the duration of the shift, taking account of the planned programme of care, changes needed during the shift, and the effects of that care on the child and/or family. All care given must take account of prescriptions for care by medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
2. Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable them to take on care of the child both in hospital and at home, as wished by the family.
3. Be responsible for evaluating the care given, and effectively communicate this evaluation to children, families and staff through written and verbal reports.
4. Use play as an effective means of communication, therapy and stimulation at all times during the planning and implementation of care. Where required, involve play specialist, ward teacher and schools in accessing and developing appropriate play/education programmes to meet the needs of the individual child.
5. Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the child’s stay in hospital.
6. Ensure that all drugs are administered, recorded and stored in accordance with Paediatric Unit and Hospital Drug Policies.


1. Ensure that all untoward incidents and accidents are reported, using appropriate documentation.
2. Ensure that effective discharge planning, which begins at the time of admission, is developed and maintained to assist in optimal discharge time for the child.
3. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection control.
4. Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that she/he is responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient, staff and other users safety.
Managerial

1. Prioritise workload, ensuring the safety of children and their families in your care
2. Take responsibility for ensuring that all resources are used in a cost - effective way, to the benefit of patients in your care.
3. Assist in the maintenance and control of stocks and stores on the ward.
4. Assist in ensuring that regular maintenance and cleaning of equipment is carried out, faults reported and defective equipment is removed from use.
5. Manage the shift, on occasion, taking account of the planned programme of care, changes needed during the shift, and the effects of that care on the child and/or family. All care given must take account of prescriptions for care by medical staff and other members of the Multidisciplinary team.


Teaching and learning

1. Take a proactive role in ensuring that you receive feedback regarding personal and professional development, through regular appraisal and more informal methods.
2. Develop and maintain a professional portfolio in line with NMC guidelines and PREP proposals.
3. Set regular objectives for self-development, in line with ward/unit objectives, and ensure that relevant training is undertaken to meet development needs.


1. Participate in demonstrating skills to other members of staff, as appropriate.


1. Take an active part in teaching programmes, both as teacher and learner, according to competence in relevant topics.




This advert closes on Saturday 30 Mar 2024

A Vacancy at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Audio Typist (Cardiology)/ Cardiac Cath Suite Administrative Cover to join the Cardiology Service. The role will involve working within a friendly and welcoming multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for an individual who is motivated and can use their own initiative. It is however important that you are adaptable and enjoy working as part of a diverse team, as well as having the ability to work independently. It is equally important and essential to the role that courtesy, tact and diplomacy is maintained at all times, towards all staff and patients.

If you feel you possess the desired qualities then you will be a happy addition to our team.

The main tasks will be to complete Audio Typing for clinics and Cath Suite Procedures using digital dictation. It is essential that clinical letters and reports are completed within the appropriate time frames, with accuracy and efficiency.

To also provide efficient administrative services to the Consultants, Specialist Nurses and other members of the Cardiac Team.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
1. Type clinical correspondence using the audio dictation system, according to clinical priority and chronological order in line with agreed standards of speed/accuracy.
2. To prioritise own workload appropriately, referring any service concerns to the Admin Lead in a timely manner.
3. To be proficient in the use of local Cardiology systems and Microsoft Office software including TOMCAT, Bighand, Medi-Viewer, Excel, Outlook, Word and Teams.
4. To be able to concentrate in a multi-task environment and deal with frequent, unpredictable interruptions.
5. To provide general administrative support where required across the whole function of the administration/secretarial team.
6. To maintain confidentiality at all times ensuring that all data is kept secure and confidential in accordance with the Trust’s policies.

2a. Cath Suite Administrative Cover
1. To receive patient queries via the telephone and liaise with appropriate staff to ensure query is resolved in a timely manner.
2. To undertake the scanning and uploading of relevant documents to Medi-Viewer following patient attendance to the unit.
3. Produce the agenda for patients to be discussed at the MDT with guidance from the lead consultant.
4. Ensure that all clinical information for these patients is available in preparation for the MDT.
5. Ensure post-MDT correspondence is sent to external and internal stakeholders in a timely manner.
6. To liaise with the Radiology staff who manage the Image Exchange Portal to facilitate the migration of images to and from the Trust.
7. To be aware of NHS waiting time targets.


This advert closes on Saturday 30 Mar 2024

To support Clinical Coding Department coding all specialties including obstetric and neonatal. To be able to work under pressure maintaining accuracy especially around monthly coding deadlines and the refresh period.

To provide an effective and efficient administrative and clerical service to the service/team. S/he will be expected to work flexibly within the administrative team and contribute to the smooth functioning of the systems underpinning the service to service users.

The post holder will be required to work in a busy and demanding environment and should be able to work without direct supervision and to exercise initiative. The ability to multi-task is also essential.

To ensure that all incoming post is date-stamped and distributed to the appropriate persons and that out-going mail is sorted according to internal, external departments and relevant agencies.

To receive all incoming calls to the service/team and deal appropriately in a courteous and helpful manner.

To deal with a range of queries from the public and other agencies in a polite and helpful manner, also by telephone and face to face encounters, seeking advice and guidance from Team Administration Lead.

To take and promptly pass on accurate notes and information, exercising independent judgement and discretion when handling, monitoring and filtering calls within data protection, customer care and confidentiality guidelines.

To ensure that calls from anxious and distressed patients and carers are dealt with appropriately and referred to the correct system internally.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

To manage the diary and appointments system, clinic lists and inform clinicians of their appointment arrivals.

To ensure that staff have updated the appointment system.

To co-ordinate and oversee room bookings and report any problems as appropriate.

To type correspondence such as letters, reports using digital dictation when required.

To maintain office filing systems and ensure information relating to service users is accessible to relevant staff, ensuring confidentiality at all times.

To maintain a standard filing system ensuring that the filing of patient notes, correspondence, questionnaires etc. are kept up to date in line with record keeping policies.

To open, close and archive and file patient files as appropriate in line with recording keeping policies.

To book interpreters and translators for clients appointments and monitor confirmation of bookings and action as appropriate

To ensure there is an adequate supply of all forms and adequate stationery supplies, letterheads, information leaflets, appointment cards etc. available for colleagues and service users.Receive and manage referrals into the service, and discharges

To update patient information on files and on IT database systems, including Rio ensuring data quality is monitored and any concerns raised.

To undertake general office duties including: photocopying, collating and binding of documents, filing, laminating faxing etc as required.

To provide administrative support to service/team for presentations including setting up of equipment, providing handouts and refreshments as appropriate

To ensure that office equipment is maintained and reported for repair as necessary and that the office, reception area and waiting room is kept clean and tidy at all times.

As a service/team member to work flexibly in order that essential priority tasks are covered and dealt with.

To use information technology for a range of purposes.

To have excellent verbal, written and communication skills

To induct new staff to reception, filing and administration systems

To have the ability to remain calm and sensitive in difficult and stressful situations

To undertake professional and personal development as agreed with line manager and participate in regular supervision and appraisal.
• To attend appropriate IT and administrative training courses.
• To attend staff, administration and team meetings.

Adopt and implement agreed service developments in line with the Directorate and Trust objectives

Responsible for own personal development

To update patient demographic information


This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Apr 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
Hays are working with a local client based in Kempston that require a Finance Assistant to join them for an ASAP start a 3 month temporary assignment.

Your new role
This role will involve providing financial and administrative support to the finance team, including processing invoices and all income and expenditure,
Inputting transactions into the financial system, updating of the financial records and maintaining office supplies.


What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position the ideal candidate will have experience within a Finance team working knowledge of Purchase Ledger processes, a good level of Excel and spreadsheet knowledge, excellent attention to details and written verbal and communication skills.

What you'll get in return
This is a 3 month temp role, Monday to Friday, office based, for 30 hours per week.
Parking on site, good team environment.
Rates of Pay £13.24 per hour including holiday pay

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.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Within this role you will work on our busy 15 bed in-patient unit providing specialist palliative care for pain and symptom management and end of life care, duties include : Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care using evidence based guidelines Liaise with the multidisciplinary team over service user care Maintain all records in line with corporate policies and procedures Carry out all clinical procedures in line with Sue Ryder policies Ensure the care team provide all care in line with the multi professional evidence based care plan. About you: Are you an NMC registered nurse? Wanting to develop a rewarding career with a recognised national charity? If so, this is an amazing opportunity to develop your knowledge in palliative care and work across a range of palliative services.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Support Practitioner
within Bedfordshire Community Health Services Speech and Language Therapy Service. The post will
involve working with adults with acquired speech and language and swallowing difficulties caused by
a variety of medical conditions.

Based at Bedford Hospital the successful candidate will predominantly be working in the community
and outpatients and will also be based at Headway House in Bedford for two sessions a week (1
session is 3.75 hours). Headway provides services to people following brain injury.
The post will require excellent communication skills. Training will be given to carry out the role and
you will be under the supervision of the speech and language therapists.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations



The adult speech and language therapy service comprises of a small, friendly and supportive team
which includes both the community and acute staff. There are regular team meetings, supervision
and opportunities for further training and CPD.
You will require English GSCE grade 4/C or equivalent qualification in English.
Hours: Full time-37.5 hours. However part time will be considered.
Closing date: 14th April 2024
For further information please contact:
Seema Khan
Adult Speech & Language Therapy Clinical Service Manager
07741 703804
Seema.khan1@nhs.net


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Apr 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Would you like to work for an Outstanding Trust that values its staff? Are you committed to the delivery of high quality patient care; and are you keen to be part of a friendly and progressive integrated community team where your ideas and opinions are valued?

Bedfordshire Community Health Services are looking for a full time band 6 Occupational Therapists to work within the Community Therapy team based in North Bedfordshire, to support with making a positive impact on people lives through physical rehabilitation once discharged home from hospital. We are a 7 day service operating between 08.00 to 21.00 hours and successful candidate will work a variety of shifts.

You need to be responsive, have strong assessment skills with a personalised approach for a wide range of needs/conditions. You will then develop, implement, manage and review the planned recommendations. You will need skills in moving and handling, risk assessing and identifying solutions to reduce risk.

You will work closely alongside all members of the therapy team, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary workforce across Bedfordshire, building close links with professionals and services required to wrap around the needs of each individual to provide a holistic approach.

You will line manage and supervise qualified and unqualified staff within the team, supporting them to provide an excellent level of service to the local population. There is also an expectation to support student placements with opportunities to mentor OT apprentices.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations



Occupational Therapists play a key role in shaping and developing the service provided and so there will be opportunities to develop the role and service in a collaborative approach with Social Care colleagues and the acute settings.

As an organisation we embrace continuous improvement and value creative thinking, innovation and continuous learning. There are opportunities to be involved in quality improvement projects co led with services users to help improve the needs of the population we serve.

We recognise the need for development and career progression, so we offer internal and external training courses including clinical leadership.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Mar 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Would you like the opportunity to join an innovative, Occupational Therapy Service in an outstanding Trust? The Occupational Therapy service within Bedfordshire and Luton Mental Health and Wellbeing services are looking to recruit Band 6 OTs to work within the Bedfordshire and Luton areas. We currently have posts available in Bedford and Luton.

We are looking for dynamic and motivated individuals with a strong professional identity to work as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team and to provide effective and valued Occupational Therapy to our service users.

You will offer specialist occupational therapy interventions utilising the Model of Human Occupation. You will provide a range of Occupational Therapy interventions and within the CMHTs you will have the opportunity to implement group based programmes with other OT colleagues. Occupational Therapy has a strong identity within the directorate and is highly valued within the MDT.

Regular managerial and professional supervision will be provided and you will have bimonthly opportunities to participate in the services OT CPD events and contribute towards service development. Professional development and training are actively encouraged through the appraisal process. We place a high value on staff wellbeing and investment in teams to ensure a high quality service provision.



These posts are open to qualified staff with varying ranges of experience.

Benefits of working for the Trust include a Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Child care vouchers, Relocation packages and Wellbeing sessions.

All enquiries are welcome. For further details / informal visits contact: Sihle Mwela , Head Occupational Therapist, Luton & Bedfordshire Working Age Community MH services, on 0755 708 7782 or email sihle.mwela@nhs.net
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy for more information.


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Mar 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Clerk at Bedford Hospital.
The post will be an agile role working across the different wards within our department to suit the needs of the Trust. You will have interaction with patients and relatives as well as staff based at Bedford Hospital. You will be an organised, efficient and motivated individual who is trustworthy and reliable. You must be able to be adaptable within your work role to support the team in all aspects of ward administrative cover.

This is an exciting team that will give you the opportunity to grow and develop. The team consists of ward clerks and receptionists that work together sharing their knowledge and experience.

Although we have a very strong learning and development function, we appreciate you will need to have acquired some skills and experience from your career in order for your time with us to be a real success. These can be found in the Person and Job Description attachment on NHS Jobs.

However we have highlighted some of them below.
Educated to GSCE standard or equivalent
Experience of working in a customer facing/reception role
Experience of using IT package

Previous applicants need not apply

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a ward clerk at Bedford Hospital.
• To provide both a front line clerical service to clinical staff within the ward whilst also providing “front door” style support to patients and relatives during visits.
• The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely inputting of patient level data into the relevant clinical systems for the capturing of admission, discharge and transfer of patients. This is to be done whilst also strictly adhering to trust data quality, health records and information governance policies.
• It is expected that the post-holder will manage their workload in an effective and efficient way and have a flexible approach to covering various wards and the role as it continues to develop with the ever changing needs of the business.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
• Provide a consistent and robust administrative support on inpatient wards ensuring all standard clerking duties as documented in the ward clerk standard operating procedures are fulfilled.
• Work to the agreed KPIs for Trust ward clerks for the purpose of quality and performance monitored against key organisational objectives.
• Be able to prioritise their work load effectively to meet the demands of the role.
• As the first point of contact, courteously and efficiently receive all face to face and telephone enquiries from staff, patients, carers and external agencies in relation to hospital admissions, appointments and general enquiries, ensuring that accurate records, both manual and electronic, are maintained and appropriate action is taken in a timely manner.
• Be responsible for the timely and accurate input of non-clinical patient related information on the hospital’s electronic systems ensuring systems are regularly monitored and kept up to date.


This advert closes on Thursday 21 Mar 2024

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you'll be doing

As a member of the Personal and Business Banking team, you’ll work in a fast-paced Banking Centre where you’ll make a meaningful difference in our clients’ lives. As a Financial Services Representative, you’ll foster key relationships with clients, understand their financial and personal goals, provide informative and tailored service, and recommend the right products and solutions that will help their financial success. You’re flexible to work our banking centre hours which may include evenings and weekends. To help deliver a great client experience, you’re flexible to work at multiple banking centres within a reasonable travel distance. 

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time. 

How you'll succeed

• Client engagement - Meet with clients to understand their personal and business priorities, advise them on solutions, and provide a forward-looking financial plan. Use your knowledge of cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection to help clients meet their goals.

• Relationship building - Engage in marketing and outreach activities to show clients you value them and their communities. Grow your network, deepen existing relationships, and work as one team to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities.

• Leveraging technology - Become a technology expert. Share your knowledge by introducing clients to our mobile banking applications, helping them to better manage their banking needs.

Who you are

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.

• You’re goal oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.

• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• You love to learn. You’re passionate about growing your knowledge, and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve.

• You’re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing Mutual Funds License (Canadian Securities Course or Investment Funds In Canada).

• You can demonstrate 1 year experience in working with clients and achieving sales results. It’s an asset if you have prior banking experience in a similar capacity.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Job Location

Bedford

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Client Relationship Management, Customer Experience (CX), Digital Literacy, Financial Products, Goal Planning, Group Problem Solving, Outbound Calls, Regulatory Requirements, Results-Oriented

Are you a friendly and client focussed Housing Officer with a passion for supporting people and keen to make a positive difference?

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and compassionate Housing Officer.

Langley Trust gives you support and free training to make a rewarding difference to people’s lives every day. We have a great opportunity available for a Housing Officer to join our team based at our Eliora Service in Bedford on a permanent basis, working 40 hours per week.

What can we offer you as our Housing Officer?

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £23,817 per annum plus other generous benefits.

REWARDS PACKAGE

Langley Trust offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

• Free learning and development (Continued professional development) to support you in your career
• Fantastic pension scheme, matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance up to 3 times your salary
• Paid DBS and renewals
• Generous annual leave up to 30 days plus bank holidays
• Company sick pay scheme
• Access to private holiday home getaway in Torquay
• Wellbeing Support – our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling and legal advice
• Other benefits including Eyecare & Flu vouchers and Smart Health -unlimited access to online, telephone and video GP appointments as well as a range of health and wellbeing services
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support

As our Housing Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Trust policies, processes, procedures and stakeholder contracts by liaising with staff, external agencies and partners; ensuring that all properties within the project are safe, habitable, fit for purpose and fully equipped in accordance with the Trust policies and the terms of the tenancy agreement with the relevant landlords.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the management of the referral process within the service.
• Provide information to clients and advise on Welfare Benefits including Housing Benefit
• Where tenants have a physical disability, assist in assessment of needs and the provision of equipment/facilities as required.
• Provide information about tenants’ rights and responsibilities.
• Address incidents of rent arrears
• Develop and maintain accurate records including correspondence, housing management plans and health and safety records on the tenants file.
• Support statutory agencies in the monitoring of risk and other support/care or training factors.
• Ensure that the team is fully briefed on the tenants and referrals according to the method of communication advised by their line manager.

For the full job description, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_nsG40QOMmDEs9ryUV-oC-Z-NgrBWwyX/view?usp=sharing

About Eliora

Our Eliora project based in Bedford offers accommodation to a diverse client base with low needs, who are supported by a strong multi-disciplinary housing team.

About Langley Trust

Langley Trust is an innovative Christian charity that provides specialist housing, care and support services in the community, and targeted advice in prisons, for people seeking to live crime-free. With one of the lowest reconvictions rates in the country – under 3% whilst people are in our housing and care – we are changing lives and making communities safer across the country.

Who Are We: https://youtu.be/NjUbE9UVDdY (please copy and paste this into your browser)

Kevin’s Story: https://youtu.be/iYPY4aHgYsA (please copy and paste this into your browser)

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

ED&I is integral to Langley Trust. We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

Disability Confident

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we run a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the job description. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please state this in your application.

We're proud to be an Investors in People Gold employer which means we invest in our people. This is a huge achievement as our assessment covers the last 3 years of unprecedented challenges through the pandemic; additionally, Investors in People have raised the bar and acknowledge that it is harder now to secure the Gold standard than in previous years as they want to keep it meaningful.

If you want to join our team as our Housing Officer, please apply now as we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 31 January 2024

We reserve the right to close earlier if we receive sufficient applicants.

A satisfactory enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check is required for this role and job offers will be subject to the Trust receiving satisfactory evidence of the successful applicant’s right to work in the UK.