Total 97 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Bedfordshire, MK44

Registered General Nurse RGN - Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: Days/Nights, 37.5 Hours per week - Weekends on a rota basis (Shift Times 07:45-20:15/ 19.45 - 08.15)
We are looking for a proactive, passionate, and ambitious Nurse (RGN) with a valid PIN, to support us in creating the best person-centred environment for our residents.
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT FAMILY We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE NURSE RGN ROLE (NIGHTS)
Our Nursing Teams are highly valued, skilled, friendly and naturally kind- and warm-hearted individuals who thrive in their roles, by mentoring others whilst focussing on the personal needs of our residents, empowering and delivering the care they deserve.
You will have a wide range of responsibilities to include making critical clinical decisions, assessing and developing person centred care plans, safely providing nursing care including administering medication, dressings and management of resident’s medical conditions.
Supporting each other is vitally important - we thrive when we work together to create a safe environment for all.
ABOUT YOUAs an experienced qualified nurse RGN, who shows the most up to date knowledge of clinical practices, you will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills, be keen in developing yourself and others and able to build good close relationships with residents and their families.
You will be driven and determined to deliver continuous improvement, with an enthusiastic approach and the ability to be highly responsive under pressure. It is also important that you share our same family care values, be a team player and committed to ensure the very best of care is delivered to our wonderful residents.
IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and working alongside a real team-spirited group of people. You’ll also benefit from our generous range of benefits which include*:

Free DBS Check and reimbursement for Annual Nurse RGN PIN Registration cost
Free Parking
Free Uniform
Paid Breaks
A rewarding job with exciting opportunities for career progression
Enhanced Bank Holiday rates at Christmas and New Year at Double time, all other bank holiday paid at Time and a Half
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme *
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card.
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

Plus many more benefits!
*Subject to Terms and Conditions.Interested? Apply today with your CV
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.

Registered Nurse - Hitchin, Bedfordshire
Salary: £19.00 per hour + Excellent Benefits
Contract: Days or Nights Available | 37.5 Hours per Week (Includes Weekend Shifts)

Time Recruitment is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a well-regarded and expanding care group, operating over 40 care homes nationwide. This organization is not just about care-they're a family with ambitious growth plans, making this an exciting time to join their team!

About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you'll collaborate closely with an experienced Home Manager and Deputy Manager, both dedicated to providing exceptional care. This 75-bed nursing home is divided into four units:

2 Residential Units
2 Nursing Units (38 nursing beds in total)

Key Requirements for the Registered Nurse Include:
NMC Registration and a valid PIN.
RGN Qualification (Adult Nurse).
Strong teamwork and the ability to work independently.
Dedication to delivering patient-centered care with a sound understanding of recovery models.

Benefits for the Registered Nurse include:
Free DBS Check and reimbursement for annual NMC PIN renewal.
Paid Breaks.
Free Parking and a Free Uniform.
Enhanced rates for bank holidays:
Double time at Christmas and New Year.
Time and a Half on all other bank holidays.
Access to bespoke induction training, ongoing development, and nationally recognized qualifications.
Career progression opportunities in a rewarding environment.
Refer-a-friend bonus and resident bonus schemes (terms apply).
Pension Contributions and exclusive discounts for shopping, dining, and leisure activities.
Annual staff awards celebrating excellence across all homes.

How to Apply
For more details on this role, contact Amanda at Time Recruitment, or click Apply Below to take the next step in your nursing career.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Position: Clinical Nurse Specialist (Band 7)
Location: Child Development Centre, Hill Rise, Kempson, Bedford; Edwin Lobo Centre, Luton; or Remote Work from Home
Pay Rate: £32 per hour
Contract Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: 1st December 2024
Hours: Full-time or Part-time

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Band 7 Paediatric Nurse to join our team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. This role focuses on supporting children and young people with ADHD, offering expertise in medication management and clinical assessments.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialist nursing care to children and young people with ADHD.
• Oversee and manage the titration of ADHD medication, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and provide expert advice to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams in clinical or remote settings.
• Prescribe medication as a qualified V.300 Independent Nurse Practitioner.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely documentation in compliance with professional standards.

Essential Skills and Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration (Paediatric qualification preferred).
• Additional qualifications in relevant areas are advantageous.
• Extensive experience in managing care for children and young people with ADHD.
• Expertise in ADHD medication titration.
• V.300 Independent Nurse Practitioner qualification is mandatory.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits of This Role:

• Flexible working options: on-site in Bedford or Luton, or remote working from home.
• Competitive pay rate of £32 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a specialist area with a focus on patient-centered care.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Apply Today:
If you are a passionate and qualified Band 7 Paediatric Nurse looking for a rewarding temporary position, we want to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and young people with ADHD.

Benefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Please also bear in mind our £250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3 month contract.
• We also offer a £250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet.
• The Benefits of working with Service Care Solutions:
• - DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge
• - £250 training allowance
  - Excellent pay rates
  - Specialist consultants offering single point of contact
  - Frequent notifications of upcoming opportunities via text and email
  - Ltd and PAYE payment options available
  - Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS Trusts and over 200 local authorities

Temporary Registered Nurse (Band 5) - Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Job Title: Temporary Registered Nurse (Band 5)

Location: Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Band: Band 5

Contract Type: Temporary

Salary: £15.18 - £32.00 per hour - Daily Pay

Shifts: Flexible (days, evenings, weekends)

About You:

Looking for a Registered Nurse Role with flexibility and competitive pay?

Join Medacs Healthcare as a Registered Nurse (RN) and provide exceptional care to patients in the Bedford area!

As an experienced Registered General Nurse (RGN) with more than 6 months post NMC registration experience you will be expected to deliver exceptional care to patients using services in the Bedford area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients across various departments.
• Provide constant monitoring, perform assessments, and administer medications.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Qualifications:

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate:

• NMC registration.
• Full UK right to work.
• At least 2 years' post-graduate experience.
• 6 months' recent NHS experience (within the last 3 years).
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Benefits of working with Medacs Healthcare:

• Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with flexible shifts to suit your needs.
• First Access to Shifts: Secure shifts to suit you across multiple NHS trusts through Medacs Healthcare.
• 24/7 Support: Benefit from a dedicated consultant, revalidation support, and well-being resources.
• Development Opportunities: Access training and support packages to enhance your skills.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Alternatively please contact Kelli Thomas on 01785 256 434 or kelli.thomas@medacs.com

About the 1:1 Teaching role:     

Hourly Rate: £30 per hour (PAYE) 

Location: Bedfordshire and surrounding areas   

Days required: 5 days per week- Monday to Friday (Term time only)  

Flexible working hours: Between 9:00 and 16:30  

Age Group: Key Stage 1-4     

Type of Provision: Face to Face 

    

** We are offering a joining bonus of £150!** T&C's apply   

      
Sugarman's Children Services are looking for experienced Teachers to provide face to face alternative provision to SEN / SEND/ SEMH/ children and young people with challenging behaviours in and around Bedfordshire.  

Our Children's Services division specialises in supplying trained and experienced teachers during or after school, including in a student's own home, on school premises or an alternative agreed venue.    

  

Our approach focuses solely on achieving goals for students, supporting growth, knowledge and development to demonstrate progress and harness their potential. To enable us to achieve this, we put significant thought into matching children with the right teaching approach, location and tutor. We find working this way leads to a greater achievement against targets.    

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Deliver engaging, flexible lessons tailored to individual student needs. 

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage their academic and personal growth. 

• Help students re-engage with their education in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. 

• Use creative strategies to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional well-being. 

• Adapt the curriculum to suit individual needs, ensuring students remain engaged and motivated. Regularly assess students' progress and tailor lessons to meet their evolving needs. 

 

  

To be eligible for this role you must have the following:      

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification. 

• Have a strong subject knowledge (English, Maths, Science and Functional Skills)      

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children / young people in a classroom setting      

• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service 

• Hold right to work in the UK      

• Knowledge and understanding of the Safeguarding Policy      

• Taught in a classroom setting in the UK     

   

If you are looking for a new, rewarding and fulfilled role in teaching, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV.  Alternatively, if you have any questions call on 07971542296.   

Sugarman Health and Well-being is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.   

    
#SHBED  

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• An HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 12 months' post-registration experience within the past five years.
• Continuous Professional Development present on your CV.
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team.
• Are eligible to work in the UK (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working.
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Physiotherapist in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist with a minimum 12 months, recent broad-based post registration experience
• Experience in functional assessment and clinical decision making would be an advantage.
• Continuous Professional Development present on CV
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
• Completion of ECDL or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Sound understanding of clinical governance and importance of delivering to agreed customer service levels and targets
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Paramedic in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• An HCPC Registered Paramedic with a minimum of 12 months' post-registration experience within the past five years.
• Experience of working with adults in a range of clinical situations.
• Continuous Professional Development present on your CV.
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team.
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual interested in working as a Clinical Lead Mental Health Practitioner in the Older Peoples and Adult Community mental health service in the Huntingdon area.

We are looking to recruit an experienced mental health practitioner to both provide care and treatment but also lead a group of experienced and developing mental health practitioners.

The St Ives / St Neots locality includes Huntingdon, with a mix of urban and rural villages. Patients are over age 65 in the main (some younger with a dementia diagnosis) and live mostly in domestic settings with some in care homes. The presentations include the spectrum of mental health disorders (anxiety, depression, psychosis) and/ or dementia. Many have physical co-morbidities, so patients have a number of issues that require a coordinated and creative approach.

For discussion or further information relating to this role please contact Christine Robertson 07789941199

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

We are collocated with district nursing and physical rehabilitation colleagues as well as close working relationships with the mental health multi-disciplinary team that include psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and social workers.

You will require a solid understanding of secondary mental health requirements, coupled with an ability to guide and support clinicians as we endeavour to meet the needs of a diverse community.

You will have frequent peer support / joint working from other North area Clinical Lead Mental Health Practitioners.

This is a great opportunity to combine leadership and a clinical role. There are opportunities for personal development within the Trust and opportunities for career development – we would welcome applications from relevant professional backgrounds.

*DVLA have a number of reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
• The post holder will work within the Integrated Neighbourhood Team with stakeholders including the General Practitioners, core team members, specialist services and partner professionals and agencies from within and beyond the organisation.
• To ensure that mental health pathways are delivered within the neighbourhood teams and work closely with both neighbourhood team staff and the locality teams to ensure smooth communication and transitions within local services.
• Undertake assessments to determine patient need and collaborate with key partners and stakeholders including local authorities and independent/private sector providers to meet the individual needs of patients and their families/carers whilst working at all times to reduce risk.
• To ensure that adults and older people experience a timely, effective and person-centred approach to the delivery of integrated care
• To manage and provide clinical supervision and leadership to a defined group of Integrated staff working within locality especially mental health practitioners.
• The post holder will support the development of skills in relation to Multi-disciplinary working, discharge planning/transfer and co-ordination of care in order to achieve a standardised approach and competency within the locality and contribute to the reduction of avoidable bed days.
• Work within the model of the NT(Neighbourhood teams), providing clinical leadership on the matters relating to mental health interventions.
• Clinically supervise mental health practitioners within the NT and ensure that there is excellent communication and planning for mental health interventions across the NT and ICT
• To promote the understanding of common mental health conditions and develop skills and knowledge in the wider neighbourhood team and with key partners.
• Ensure systems are in place to receive and prioritise mental health referrals to the team and delegation to staff members with the level of skill and competence required to meet patient need.
• Facilitate the assessment and care planning/ interventions for patients whose needs may frequently be complex and multi-factorial in nature, collaborating with the integrated team, Advanced Practitioners/ medical colleagues, social services and other stakeholders involved in the transfer of care.
• Engage proactively with key stakeholders to identify patients who require supportive intervention and case management to prevent avoidable hospital admission and enable those individuals to remain in their own home environment.
• Negotiate the timely transfer home for those patients whose presentation does not require them to remain within or the acute/community hospital environment.
• Work in collaboration with the integrated neighbourhood team to provide information, prepare patients and their families/ carers for changes in the patients condition and actively encourage and support decision making and choice for end-of-life care including the use of fast track and CHC processes.
• Prioritise and manage own workload to ensure responsive care/interventions by staff with the level of skill and competence to meet patient need and provide advice and support to team members regarding the care/ management plan.
• Undertake assessments and reviews for appropriate patients; being responsible for ensuring case management plans are in place; have been delivered; and complete relevant documentation.
• Ensure own leadership style facilitates effective communication, collaboration and motivation of staff and partners to achieve effective transfer of care.
• To assess, receive and review data regarding patients who regularly attend/ are admitted to acute care, liaise with the patients; and relatives/ carers as appropriate.
• Lead in the development of annual audit plans for the Mental Health component of the neighbourhood team.
• Work collaboratively with the Team and professional leads to support professional and practice developments including CPFT Clinical Supervision framework
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act
• It is a condition of employment that you are currently a registered professional and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.
• To work with the area mental health manager and peer group to develop and maintain countywide management systems to demonstrate effective delivery of mental health care
• To ensure the delivery of mental health services within neighbourhood teams including reviewing available resources as required.
• Assist in the development and implementation of changes to modernisation and improve operational processes and delivery
• Assist in leading person centred, performance focussed approach to managing Integrated services
• To be responsible for the management of and reporting on individual and team performance indicators and the development of remedial action plans as required
• To undertake mandatory training as required by Trust policies Service
• Work closely with the MDT and coordinators and Primary care networks, integrating working practices to streamline processes, share knowledge; and benefit patient experience, outcomes and flow.









This advert closes on Thursday 21 Nov 2024

Are you passionate about enhancing young peoples’ careers? The school of Care and Science are looking for a lecturer who will inspire our learners to achieve their full potential during their time at West Herts College Group.

The right candidate will plan, deliver, and assess courses at levels 1, 2 & 3.

The candidate will be responsible for delivering skills and knowledge to high standards. This will be achieved by preparing resources, delivering lessons, marking student work, and supporting students with their whole programme of study.

We are seeking an industry specialist to teach and embed essential skills. Learners will complete invaluable work experience placements as part of their study programme, which will launch them into a career in the health sector with skills and experiences that align with their chosen career path.

This opportunity exists for an individual who wants to work in a stimulating and challenging environment to inspire our students to achieve their best. The successful candidate will need to have essential skills required, as well as knowledge of Childcare and/or Social Care and psychology. They will ideally have experience working with young people or apprentices either in a college or an educational setting. An inspirational and motivational approach is essential to educate and inspire learners.

Applicants should have a Level 3 in Childcare or Health & Social care qualification and relevant vocational experience. A teaching qualification would be advantageous; however, we would offer full teacher training to the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will become part of a highly motivated team who are dedicated to raising standards and improving outcomes for all learners.

We have both full time and part time positions available based at our Barnfield College Campus in Luton.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 24th November 2024. The successful candidate will join our team from January 2025.

You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.

We offer a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

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Our client is one of the UK's largest and most progressive and dynamic leisure operators. They are currently recruiting for a Membership Manager based at their leading site in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. Leading a busy team you will take an active lead in the growth of membership across 2 sites in Biggleswade and Sandy.

What your role will be

Working at the facility you will provide a line manager role supporting the Membership Advisors to maximize on every opportunity. Working to set KPIs and targets. You will meet with the team on a regular basis to monitor performance and ensure that the team are supported in line with our spirit values.

You will manage the team with the philosophy to ensure that 'everyone’s a member.’ Looking at how our client can convert users to members. Developing a high level of customer service and ensuring excellence at all times. You will empower your team, ensuring they become subject matter experts with a supreme level of product knowledge on all aspects of the facilities and the customers’ needs. This will include making sure administration and systems are kept up to date and compliant.

Your background

The successful applicant will have experience of working within a Membership management or Sales manager or consultant back ground. You will need excellent communication skills as you will be required to liaise with external and internal customers/staff. You will be able to demonstrate at interview your excellent customer service and sales skills and highlight a track record of consistantly achieving and exceeding sales targets. You will have experience getting the best out of your team and have experience motivating and driving a sales team to success.

Our client is one of the UK's largest and most progressive and dynamic leisure operators. They are currently recruiting for a Membership Manager based at their leading site in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. Leading a busy team you will take an active lead in the growth of membership across 2 sites in Biggleswade and Sandy.

What your role will be

Working at the facility you will provide a line manager role supporting the Membership Advisors to maximize on every opportunity. Working to set KPIs and targets. You will meet with the team on a regular basis to monitor performance and ensure that the team are supported in line with our spirit values.

You will manage the team with the philosophy to ensure that 'everyone’s a member.’ Looking at how our client can convert users to members. Developing a high level of customer service and ensuring excellence at all times. You will empower your team, ensuring they become subject matter experts with a supreme level of product knowledge on all aspects of the facilities and the customers’ needs. This will include making sure administration and systems are kept up to date and compliant.

Your background

The successful applicant will have experience of working within a Membership management or Sales manager or consultant back ground. You will need excellent communication skills as you will be required to liaise with external and internal customers/staff. You will be able to demonstrate at interview your excellent customer service and sales skills and highlight a track record of consistantly achieving and exceeding sales targets. You will have experience getting the best out of your team and have experience motivating and driving a sales team to success.

Be responsible for the Childrens Continuing Care assessment of children and young people with Mental Health/ LD needs and Physical Health needs. This will involve making judgements about complex facts or situations by analysing, interpreting, and comparing a range of Triage and prioritise referrals and communicate the outcome of the referral with Be involved in the planning, development, and review of care Be involved in Care, Education and Treatment Reviews (CETR) and Local area emergency protocols (LAEPS) Act as a resource for families, and other stakeholders regarding the eligibility and process of application for funding for children includes Childrens Continuing Care, personal Health budgets and other joint packages of care, signposting families, and professionals to alternative services where they are not Build local and reginal networks to ensure expert health advise informs ICB/CCC processes. Review and assess children and young people as per the Childrens Continuing care Guidance and report any changes required within the care package to the multi-agency eligibility and provision panels. Utilise expert skills in assessing a childs condition, including caring for children with complex disabilities, behavioural management and the equipment needed for the child. In conjunction with lead provider and partner agencies e.g., Physio, OT Have strategic oversight of complex discharges from tertiary and acute centres. In conjunction with the Case Manager, build strong links with lead provider other agencies, e.g. the Childrens Centre, Education Health and Care process, social services and specialist educational schools ensuring that families receive the most appropriate and equitable service for their Initiate co-production to ensure children/families are involved in the planning and developing of their own Ensure robust processes for triaging of referrals, DST assessments and reviews as well as escalations for CCC framework implementation. To maintain accurate and up-to-date records for auditing purposes Actively involved in auditing of nurse assessors record keeping. To act as a link person to coordinate services for the individual while a package is being developed and deployed or during a change to the package of To contribute to the implementation of safeguarding procedures as Work with local systems across all care settings to ensure that placements are both appropriate and fit for purpose. To provide assurance of quality and hold accountability of assessment during the verifying of a decision support tool assessment process. To provide assurance that assessments are equitable, to identify gaps in evidence collected and to sensitively and appropriately challenge presented information and recommendations made. To provide assurance to Eligibility and Provision Panel that proposed package is collaborative and proportionate to need, equitable, promotes family resilience and independence whilst using creative solutions collaboratively to meet any gaps in care provision. As part of local resolution to identify when evidence has not been used correctly or gaps in evidence. To identify when the CCC process has not been correctly followed and proactivity address child/young person/family concerns and queries to de-escalate a potential appeal/complaint and/or to find an amicable resolution. Line Management of Nurse Assessors To provide induction to new team members supporting them through the induction pack and their probation competencies. Whilst coaching and supporting staff to develop and identifying the training needs of team.

Registered General Nurse RGN - Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: Days, 37.5 Hours per week - Weekends on a rota basis (Shift Times 07:45-20:15)
We are looking for a proactive, passionate, and ambitious Nurse (RGN) with a valid PIN, to support us in creating the best person-centred environment for our residents.
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT FAMILY We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE NURSE RGN ROLE (NIGHTS)
Our Nursing Teams are highly valued, skilled, friendly and naturally kind- and warm-hearted individuals who thrive in their roles, by mentoring others whilst focussing on the personal needs of our residents, empowering and delivering the care they deserve.
You will have a wide range of responsibilities to include making critical clinical decisions, assessing and developing person centred care plans, safely providing nursing care including administering medication, dressings and management of resident’s medical conditions.
Supporting each other is vitally important - we thrive when we work together to create a safe environment for all.
ABOUT YOUAs an experienced qualified nurse RGN, who shows the most up to date knowledge of clinical practices, you will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills, be keen in developing yourself and others and able to build good close relationships with residents and their families.
You will be driven and determined to deliver continuous improvement, with an enthusiastic approach and the ability to be highly responsive under pressure. It is also important that you share our same family care values, be a team player and committed to ensure the very best of care is delivered to our wonderful residents.
IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and working alongside a real team-spirited group of people. You’ll also benefit from our generous range of benefits which include*:

Free DBS Check and reimbursement for Annual Nurse RGN PIN Registration cost
Free Parking
Free Uniform
Paid Breaks
A rewarding job with exciting opportunities for career progression
Enhanced Bank Holiday rates at Christmas and New Year at Double time, all other bank holiday paid at Time and a Half
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme *
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card.
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

Plus many more benefits!
*Subject to Terms and Conditions.Interested? Apply today with your CV
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.