Total 10 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Fulwood, PR2 9HT

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank NIGHT Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. We are looking for bank night carers ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. ABOUT YOUPeople in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you'd like to use your can-do approach and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Role: 1.0WTE Lead Psychologist, Access and Urgent Care Services Central Lancashire (0.5WTE Central Lancashire Home Based Treatment Team & 0.5WTE Acute Therapy Service).

Band: 8B

Network: Central and West Locality

Tenure: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Psychologist for Access & Urgent Care Services across the footprint of Central and West Lancashire. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, who has a proven track record of clinical leadership. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a robust understanding of collaborative working.

The above exciting opportunity have arisen as a result of investment in the Clinical Psychology resource within the Urgent Care Pathway. This senior post, will contribute to short-term interventions, as well as Supervision, Service Development and Research as appropriate. The Post-holders will be joining a supportive Team of nine Clinical Psychologists and one CBT Therapist across various teams in the Central and West Lancashire Locality. We have good links with the Lancaster, Liverpool and Manchester training courses, and strongly support CPD.

*The £7k Welcome Bonus package applies to this role. The bonus is only available for people who are not currently employed (or who have not been employed in the last 12 months) by any NHS provider trust in the Lancashire & South Cumbria Integrated Care System in a like-for-like role; e.g. a Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse at another Trust in the LSC ICS would not be eligible for the bonus if moving to a Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse role at LSCFT. Bank only workers for Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust are eligible for the scheme if they have not held a substantive role in Lancashire & South Cumbria Integrated Care System in the last 12 months (subject to all other terms and conditions being met). These incentives are subject to recovery clauses within the first 6 months of employment. This bonus is applicable from 1st July 2024 – 30th November 2024.

The £7k Welcome Bonus package is designed to attract and retain the very best staff in post. The amount a new starter would receive is shown in the Welcome Bonus Payment Schedule below:
• £3,000 after 2 months of employment (counted from start date with LSCFT)
• £2,000 after 12 months
• £2,000 after 24 months

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

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

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


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

Your new company
Join the fast-paced Financial Planning and Accounting team of a public-sector organisation as they go through continued growth. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to their ongoing growth and development.

Your new role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the senior stakeholders, providing influential financial insights to support operational and tactical decision-making. You will be a key member of the Leadership Team, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into all strategic decisions. Your responsibilities will include appraising business cases, ensuring adherence to financial regulations, and presenting financial plans and performance analyses. You will also support monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasting processes, while managing and developing an Associate Finance Business Partner.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong track record in management reporting and financial analysis, with experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments. You should be a fully qualified member of a professional accounting body (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) and possess excellent communication skills to influence and challenge senior managers. Proficiency in financial information systems, advanced spreadsheet and data analysis skills, and the ability to manage and mentor staff are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, and a benefits package which includes 30 days of holiday plus additional time off at Christmas and a generous pension scheme. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing time between the office and remote work. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the organisation, contributing to its financial stability and strategic growth. Additionally, you will benefit from ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work in a sector that is both challenging and rewarding.

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Join our dynamic Radiotherapy Engineering Team and embark on a rewarding journey of maintaining cutting-edge medical technology! You will help to maintain advanced medical technology to ensure safe and accurate delivery of external beam radiotherapy.

There are two assistant electronics technician posts available, these are full time established posts.

Prior to being selected for interview there will be a session to attend at the hospital where your aptitude and manual dexterity will be examined, along with presentations about the job and the department.

The small, but highly skilled, Radiotherapy Engineering Team is in need of a talented assistant electronics technician capable of maintaining extremely complex medical technology. Our engineering team is close knit and offers a warm welcome to new recruits. You will be made to feel very much part of the team.

Your responsibilities will encompass the design, manufacturing, and rigorous testing of bespoke mechanical and electronic devices. Additionally, you'll assume a pivotal role in the installation of radiotherapy equipment, offering invaluable assistance to guarantee optimal performance.

Full training will be provided both on-site and at manufacturers training centres. You will be expected to attend college to attain a HNC in electrical and electronic engineering which will be fully funded by the Trust. You will be expected to work towards membership of the Register of Clinical Technologists.

Try as we might, we just cannot cram everything into one advert, so we really encourage you to get in touch to find out more. David Ormrod, Radiotherapy Engineering Manager really welcomes you to contact him to arrange to come and visit or have an informal chat david.ormrod@lthtr.nhs.uk

You will work with other radiotherapy engineers in providing electronic, electrical, mechanical and IT systems support within a multidisciplinary engineering department for the maintenance, calibration and repair of all cancer treatment and associated equipment within the Rosemere Cancer Centre Radiotherapy Department. This will ensure the safe and efficient delivery of radiotherapy treatment to patients

Each day presents new challenges and the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment.



We have nearly 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet amazing people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.



Maintenance, design and manufacture.



· To partake in planned and unplanned maintenance of complex radiotherapy treatment delivery equipment and associated IT systems.

· To manufacture bespoke beam limiting devices to required tolerances using lead and other metals, and high density low melting point alloy.

· To partake in planned and unplanned maintenance of beam measuring equipment.

· To assist in installs of radiotherapy and associated equipment.

· To liaise with equipment manufacturers for maintenance advice and guidance.

· To attend technical, academic training courses as required.

· To manufacture bespoke and replacement test leads.

· Carry the departmental phone on a rotational basis to provide first contact for radiotherapy equipment problems.

· To provide safety support for more senior engineers as required.

· To design, manufacture and install custom mechanical items used on RT and other equipment.





Communication



· Cascade information from training to other staff members enabling them to maintain appropriate and correct standards.

· To provide limited technical advice on engineering or technical matters to other staff within the department.

· To liaise with outside agencies ensuring any information is shared with the appropriate staff.





Quality Assurance.



· To partake in routine and none-routine radiotherapy quality assurance.

· To perform on-going calibration and quality control of clinical dosimeters.





Information Collection and Analysis.



· To be able to locate documentation necessary for the correct operation and maintenance of equipment within radiotherapy.

· To collect and analyse data from radiotherapy treatment equipment to enable failure trends and performance variation to be identified.

· To use commercially available software to produce text documents, spreadsheets and databases for data analysis.

· Maintain logs of any faults or interventions that occur on radiotherapy equipment.

· To comply with Information Governance policy and legislation.





Take part in Research and Development



· To assist in R&D projects and to liaise with other staff working on such projects.





To maintain and develop own professional competence.



· Participate in appraisal and personal development planning process and have a current appraisal and personal development plan.

· Undertakes identified learning and development opportunities as agreed with the manager.

· Participate in mandatory training as outlined by the Trust.

· Maintain up to date technical and academic knowledge.

· To work towards membership of the Register of Clinical technologists (RCT)





To be aware of Radiation Protection, Health and Safety issues and legislation.



· To be aware of, and comply with, current radiation protection legislation and to bring to the attention of the RPS or RPA any safety issues identified.

· To be aware of, and comply with, current and applicable Health and Safety legislation.

· Be aware of and comply with manual handling, lone working and working at heights policy and legislation.

· Carry out COSHH and risk assessments.




This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Oct 2024

The Skylark ward, Avondale Unit, RPH

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy ward manager / team leader at Skylark ward in Central Lancashire. Skylark ward a specialist 11 bedded unit providing inpatient service for older adults.



The Unit provides assessment and interventions for clients, operates seven days a week and is accessible 24hrs per day.



We are looking for two highly motivated deputy ward managers who can demonstrate excellent clinical, leadership and interpersonal qualities. The successful candidate must be willing to work in fast paced environment, have a positive outlook and ensure that delivering a quality service, which genuinely engages with service users, carers and other stakeholders, is a key priority. You will be joining an inclusive team where everyone is welcome and valued. As a member of staff at Skylark ward you will have access to a dedicated staff car park adjacent to the ward.
The successful post holders will be expected to work shifts covering 24 hours, seven days a week.

The post holder will lead a team of registered nurses and support workers in the delivery of mental
health care. They will promote the interests of service users and ensure that delegated nursing care
is effectively implemented in a safe manner. The post holder will exercise professional
accountability and responsibility using professional skills, knowledge and expertise in changing
environments, across professional boundaries and in unfamiliar situations. The post holder will use
research, audit, enquiry and scholarship to plan, implement and evaluate concepts and strategies
leading to improvements in care.

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

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

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

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

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


This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Oct 2024

Are you dedicated to providing high quality patient care & excellent service? Do you want the variability of working in both Xray & CT, gaining experience in both modalities? If so, this is the job for you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our teams. You will be based at Preston but will also be required to work at the new CDC & if needed, at Chorley Hospital.

Ideally, you will have prior CT experience, but training will be provided to suitable candidates.

This position may be offered as a link grade and would be appointed as a band 5. The candidate would progress to a band 6 on completion of the X-ray and CT training programme.

We also welcome applications from newly qualified radiographers who would be required to complete the trust preceptorship scheme in addition to our band 6 training programmes.

Within the trust we have 4 static scanners & a mobile scanner. We also have a PMCT scanner. If desired, there is the possibility of gaining experience within PMCT.

Within X-ray we have Samsung equipment and in theatre there are Ziehm C-arms & an Airo CT. You would be trained to undertake Airo CT scans in theatre as well as leading various departments such as theatre & main x-ray.

We actively promote role development & CPD by encouraging staff to undertake post grad courses & further training.

The department operates 24/7 & we require candidates to be flexible to meet the department’s needs. Current working patterns include long day, weekend & night shifts.

You will be responsible for the planning and allocation of work in the specific area of the department assigned, to ensure the timely delivery of an effective service.

You will monitor and maintain standards of professional practice, supervise more junior staff and deploy staff assuring standards are met. You will be required to provide leadership and direction to the team, acting as a role model and patient advocate.

This role requires you to assess, plan and make informed decisions on the required imaging examinations, providing advice and maintaining associated records. You will also support the aims and vision of the Trust and take personal responsibility for the quality of the service provided.

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you will help to look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Assist and support the Principal and Lead radiographers in the safe, effective management of the area including management of personnel, facilities and the associated systems and processes.
• Act as a role model, presenting a positive image of self, team and the organization.
• Be responsible for the delivery and coordination of care, through appropriate professional practice, delegation and supervision of duties carried out by junior staff.
• Ensure a high radiographic standard is delivered by self and others based on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of standards to meet patients needs in accordance with agreed local and national standards and evidence based guidelines.
• Set, monitor and maintain standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care.
• Proactively manage risk and maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Communicate with patients, relatives and other healthcare workers to ensure appropriate dissemination of complex information, in a form and manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture, background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Promote equality in care and practice by recognizing, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
• Ensures environment of care is safe, well equipped and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
• To participate in education and training of junior staff.
• Maintain and develop own professional competence and seek to extend the scope of personal knowledge and skills within scope of role and professional practice.
• Comply with the requirements of the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and IR (ME) R 2017 and related departmental protocols and procedures.
• Use information Technology systems as required at every level of the role

Please be aware that interview date may be subject to change.


This advert closes on Wednesday 16 Oct 2024

A Vacancy at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Are you looking for the next step in your Pharmacy Technician career? Are you interested in a post that has variety, where you can utilise and enhance your organisational, leadership and management skills?Do you want to be involved in continuous improvement and service re-design?Will your passion for pharmacy and patient care be what makes you stand out from the rest?

If you answer yes to the above then we have a Pharmacy Technician Team Leader (Senior Pharmacy Technician) role on offer for the right candidate.

The post is Team Leader aligned to our Surgical Clinical Pharmacy Unit and you will be one of a team of five Team leaders across our pharmacy clinical and supply services working collaboratively with our Divisional Lead Pharmacists to ensure we deliver the best possible (and award winning) services for our patients, colleagues and service users, 365 days a year at Preston and Chorley Hospitals.

You will provide leadership and management to our clinical pharmacy technicians, medicines management pharmacy technicians and medicines management assistants (MMAs) and be the nominate professional lead for the MMAs.

In collaboration with Divisional Lead Pharmacist, you will be responsible for all aspects of operational management for services provided by our clinical pharmacy technicians, medicines management pharmacy technicians and medicines management assistants, including efficient and cost-effective operational performance; quality, safety and governance; and continuous improvement and service development in line with departmental objectives and priorities, Trust single improvement plan and in response to staff and patient experience.

Responsibilities include staff management and leadership, training and development and supporting health and well being of staff working within the clinical pharmacy unit.

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

We value the professional and personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.

The wellbeing of staff is important to us; we have a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team who provide support on a range of topics, run fitness classes and organise mindfulness sessions. As an employer we have earned a reputation for focusing on the development of our staff and for being an organisation people are proud to work for.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Responsible and accountable for planning, management and organisation of the medicines management and clinical services, satellite pharmacies and near patient dispensing schemes in the surgical CPU.
• Provide leadership to and manage the work of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants
• Responsible for effective utilisation of staff and for the management and planning of staff rosters to assure appropriate deployment of people and skills.
• Responsible for accurate and efficient management of pharmacy stock in satellite dispensaries
• Systems Administrator for pharmacy IT systems
• Develop and deliver structured training programmes and competency assessments for pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants
• To record and analyse department activity, ensuring departmental and Trust KPI targets are met.
• Develop, review and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and Dispensary Policies. Proactively manage risk and maintain safety,
• To ensure services are designed, delivered and evaluated to meet service needs and to inform future practice.
• To continually look for ways to improve processes, services and patient safety within the services, pharmacy dept and the Trust
• To contribute to, implement and champion pharmacy Cost Improvement Plan initiatives


This advert closes on Sunday 20 Oct 2024