Clinical Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives Lead on complex clinical care for patients within their area Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives Coordinate discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for them Ensure that patient flow and the management of beds is effective and safe Ensure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal care Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients Maintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as required Understand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust values Ensure that the team promote, ensure and adhere to the Trust safeguarding polices Undertake effective multi professionally work with colleagues to deliver care Coordinate specialist functions, including making clinical decisions where appropriate Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

**Please refer to the JD attached to the advert for detailed job description and main responsibilities.**

Senior Recruitment Consultant (£70,000 OTE +)

Step Teachers is a leading education recruitment agency established in 2000, with branches in London, Norwich, Cambridge, Welwyn Garden City, Hemel Hempstead, and Plymouth. We provide high-quality permanent and temporary teachers and support staff to nurseries, primary, secondary, and special needs schools and colleges across Southern England.

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant within the London Primary Team, you'll work within a dynamic, high-performing environment in charge of a desk that is currently at 50+ days per week. The role offers a competitive salary and achieving realistic On-Target Earnings (OTE) of £70,000+ through performance-based incentives and commission structures, including the September Long Term Drive Promotion. There will also be a clear progression pathway, potentially leading to the role of London Primary Team Deputy Manager.

Work hours are structured from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm during term time and 8:30 am to 3:00 pm during non-term time. Upon completing probation and successfully meeting targets you will be given the option to work from home 4 days a week during non term-time.

**Additional Benefits:**
• Competitive commission structure as a Senior Recruitment Consultant including September long term drive promotion
• Receive formal training from Impellus Business Performance Training.
• Upon completing the probationary period, you can enrol in our Private Medical Insurance scheme.
• Exciting office renovations planned to enhance our working environment.
• Step Teachers is committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Potential progress to the role of London Primary Team Deputy Manager.
• You will benefit from hands on training to help you with a smooth transition into the role.
• Our company culture is built on principles of togetherness, support, understanding and integrity, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone's contributions are valued and respected.
• As part of our commitment to celebrating achievements and fostering team spirit, you will have the opportunity to attend our Company’s Annual Conference, where we come together to recognise success, present staff awards, and engage in enriching activities at prestigious venues.
• Additionally, you will be invited to our Company Christmas Party and Candidates end-of-year event, providing opportunities for networking and camaraderie.

**Ideal Candidate:**

• Experience in Recruitment or Sales with some management experience.
• Self-motivated driven to succeed with can do attitude.
• Positive outlook, team player with integrity.
• People person, with excellent customer service and loves to make client schools and candidates happy.
• Excellent communicator who enjoys problem solving.
• Open to learning and constructive feedback.

If this sounds like you and you want to take the next step in your career as a Senior Recruitment Consultant, apply today!

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 nurse to come and work on our Paediatric Day Surgery Ward.

As a Band 6 nurse on Saturn you will be taking charge of the unit, working closely with Surgeons, Anaesthetists, Play Specialists and the wider Paediatric Teams and supporting junior members of the team.

Saturn ward is a Paediatric Day Surgery ward with an age range of 0-16 years old. We carry out both elective and emergency surgeries including specialities like Orthopaedics, Dental, Urology and Gastroenterology.

We also have close links with our local Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and various other support agencies and departments within the hospital to help young people reach their full potential and transition into adult life.

We are very proud of the services we provide and the high standard of care we deliver. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and highly motivated to become a part of the team.

The Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of high quality patient care, whilst working in close co-operation and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

The Senior Staff Nurse will:
• Provide high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations.
• Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge.
• Work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
• Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their carers, autonomously and as part of a team.
• Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.

Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.







Clinical
• Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives

· Lead on complex clinical care for patients within their area

· Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy

· Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives

· Coordinate discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for them

· Ensure that patient flow and the management of beds is effective and safe

· Ensure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways

through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal care

· Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients

· Maintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as required

· Understand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust values

· Ensure that the team promote, ensure and adhere to the Trust safeguarding polices

· Undertake effective multi professionally work with colleagues to deliver care
Coordinate specialist functions, including making clinical decisions where appropriate

Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.




This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen on the Band 6 Occupational Therapy general rotation which currently offers posts across St Mary’s hospital which is the major trauma centre for the North West London network, Charing Cross hospital which is a specialist stroke and neuroscience centre and Hammersmith hospital which houses the specialist cardiology centre.

The successful candidate will have a chance to work across a variety of specialities including, ICU, neurosciences, trauma, orthopaedics and surgery, acute specialist medicine (general and elderly), acute medical unit, renal medicine, oncology and respiratory medicne . All teams are well staffed with band 8 and 7 senior clinicians supporting each specialty team to ensure essential professional development opportunities are available from the moment you join the trust. Flexible working arrangements/ fixed term/ secondment contracts will also be considered.

The post holder will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to work effectively with both their OT and multi-disciplinary team colleagues.

The Trust offers a supportive environment to develop your career and you will benefit from opportunities for professional development and further education. Within each rotation the post holder will have access to regular supervision, in-service training and journal clubs.


• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including management of patients in your care.
• To undertake a comprehensive assessment and re-assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentation for a designated caseload to establish clients' physical, cognitive, perceptual, psychological and social functioning.
• To communicate effectively, using a range of verbal and non-verbal skills, with patients and carers/family to motivate, engage to participate in therapy and to ensure an understanding of their condition.
• To deal sensitively and constructively with patients and carers/family, who have high levels of anxiety frustration or aggression caused by a variety of issues, such as pain, poor prognosis or limited mobility.
• To plan and prioritise own caseload independently on a day-to-day basis to ensure patients are appropriately seen, in conjunction with the priorities of the team and to give assistance to other team members as required.
• To be flexible in the organisation of own caseload and to respond to predictable and unpredictable service needs throughout the day.
• To critically appraise published research and use results to inform practice.
• To assist in the induction, daily supervision and delegation of tasks to band 5 occupational therapists, therapy support workers, students and administrative staff, as required.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview..



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

Senior Multiple Needs Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Location: Ealing
Contract: 3 Months minimum
Pay: £18-£22 p/h DoE

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Multiple Needs Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our dynamic team at the Ealing Women's Wellness Zone. This role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver holistic, wrap-around support for women with complex needs, including those affected by domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health challenges, trafficking, and other vulnerabilities. As part of a pioneering service that supports women to rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable recovery, the Senior Multiple Needs IDVA will work in collaboration with CGL colleagues and partner agencies to offer proactive crisis intervention and advocacy.

This post is open to female applicants only, in line with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored crisis intervention, safety planning, and ongoing support to women experiencing domestic abuse and multiple disadvantages.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of risk and need, developing both short-term and long-term plans to support recovery and reduce harm.
• Advocate for women's rights across multiple agencies, ensuring access to housing, welfare, legal protections, and healthcare.
• Collaborate with CGL staff at the Ealing Women's Wellness Zone and wider partner organizations, maintaining referral routes and enhancing access to support.
• Participate in multi-agency forums, including safeguarding and Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs), to ensure a coordinated response.
• Provide training and consultations to upskill professionals, raising awareness of domestic violence and improving outcomes for survivors.
• Monitor and evaluate the service, maintaining accurate case records and contributing to internal and external reporting.
• Uphold core values, including a commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding practices.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment where your work makes a real difference in the lives of women and families.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and supervision tailored to your role.
• The chance to work at the forefront of innovative, trauma-informed services that empower women to live free from violence and abuse.

Person Specification:
Essential Knowledge and Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification (e.g., domestic violence, criminal justice, social work, or a related field).
• Strong understanding of domestic violence and its impact on women, families, and communities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding practice and legislation.
• In-depth understanding of substance misuse, mental health, and other intersecting issues faced by vulnerable women.

Essential Experience:

• At least two years of experience supporting women experiencing domestic violence and related issues, including forced marriage or honor-based violence.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and safety planning for individuals with complex needs.
• Proven ability to work in a co-located setting and collaborate with multiple agencies.

To Apply: Please submit your CV or contact oliver.jefferson@servicecare.org.uk or call on 01772 208962

· Job Summary



You will be a Senior Practitioner within the Learning Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder Keyworker Service for Barnet Enfield and Haringey: providing direct support to children with learning disabilities and/or autism with mental health needs and/or presenting with behaviours of concern.



The LD/ASD Keyworker Service provides intensive interventions for children and young people who are part of the LD & ASD cohort. The aim is to keep children, young people in the community, to prevent avoidable admissions to Tier 4 inpatient mental health services and 52-week residential placements, and to support young people in this cohort, to be discharged from Tier 4 services and be supported back into the community.



You will be liaising and coordinating with a range of teams and organisations across Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey, including CAMHS providers, social care teams, Tier 4 providers, schools, and other community health providers.



The service is NCL wide but has two teams working across two localities:

1) Camden and Islington

2) Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey
Key Responsibilities



· To ensure appropriate service representation and input to meetings, including Care Education and Treatment Reviews (CETR’s) Care Programme Approach (CPA) meetings, as well as Child in Need (CIN) meetings, Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, Looked-After Child (LAC) Reviews, and Education, Health and Care (EHC) Annual Reviews, as appropriate.



· To attend, contribute to, and update on, cases at the local Admission Avoidance Dynamic Support Register (DSR) meetings.



· To establish and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders including partners and parents to promote joint working and their involvement in the service.



· Involvement in the ongoing development of the service, including making suggestions for improvements and working to implement changes to the service as agreed with commissioners.



· To attend and provide information to the relevant panels and boards.



· To undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post.

The partnership between Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust (BEH) and Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust (C&I) is going from strength to strength since it was originally established in 2021 forming the North London Mental Health Partnership.

Why choose to join the Partnership?
• We believe that by working together, our two Trusts can achieve more for the residents of North Central London and our patients than we can by working apart.
• Deliver the best care using the most up-to-date practise in supporting those with mental health illnesses.
• Transforming and creating a positive environment for our service users, staff and visitors.
• Creating and working together to become a great place to work for all our staff.
• We offer flexible working, a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives, NHS Pension and so much more.
• Generous Annual Leave Allowance
• NHS Discounts in a large variety of retail stores and services.
• We have excellent internal staff network support groups.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

Senior Support Worker Neasden £12.73

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:
Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Wagestream giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
Funded Blue Light Card hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
Enhanced retirement leave
Long service awards

Senior Support Workers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support are at the heart of our management teams. We’re currently searching for a fantastic Senior Support Worker to join us in leading our residential service in Neaden. This service is a welcoming and friendly environment with a dynamic team that supports a fantastic group of people!

As a Senior Support Worker with us you'll be helping people to gain more independence in their daily lives, whilst assisting the Manager with the day-to-day supervision and management of the service. You could be allocating shifts, booking in training, inducting new colleagues, supporting with supervision’s, ordering medication and ensuring the people we support are supported to manage their finances. You’ll never lose sight of why you choose to do this, as our Seniors are still at the heart of providing day-to-day support.

This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to the lives of others, whether that’s helping our colleagues grow in confidence or the people we support gain independence so that they meet their goals.

We’re interested in our Senior Support Workers having both the right experience and the right values. This is why at this service our Seniors should have previous experience as a Senior Support Worker as well as experience working with individuals with autism,complex individuals with mental health needs, traumatic backgrounds and challenging behaviours.

Why choose us?

We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.

We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.

Don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe’s largest Oncology centres and was the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education. This post is based at our Cavendish Square site where we see both private care and NHS patients. There are also sites in Chelsea and Sutton.

We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic radiographers for a senior diagnostic radiographer post (MRI and CT) for our Cavendish Square site in central London. The successful candidate will rotate between MRI and CT. The successful candidate should have significant MRI experience (ideally at least two years). CT training can be provided where required.

The successful candidate should be a highly motivated radiographer with good communication skills, who is keen to contribute positively to the imaging service at Cavendish Square.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the diagnostic imaging services. They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway.



Key skills required:
• Postgraduate certificate is desirable.
• Significant experience and skills are required within MRI (ideally at least two years). CT training can be provided where required.
• Previous cannulation experience would be desirable.
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate post graduate experience sufficient for the role.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• To perform clinical MRI scans to produce diagnostic information appropriately as required by current protocols.
• To maintain the highest standard of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a standard of excellence in MRI techniques, so that protocols may be modified in an appropriate manner in view of clinical indications, imaging findings or patient condition and problems in image quality are recognized and acted upon
• To be aware of COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure their guidelines are followed. To be fully aware of the potential hazards of working in an area of strong magnetic field and to be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by MHRA.

The radiology service at Cavendish Square provides an essential outpatient service and offers mammography, CT, MRI, ultrasound and x-ray. We are currently aligned to the quality standard for imaging.

Our partnership with the institute of cancer research and other key organisations means we offer access to the newest clinical trials and clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents, all imaging modalities are fundamental to this process and forefront techniques and protocols are constantly being evolved within radiology across all our sites.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Finance and Planning Directorate in NHS England is looking for talented, and highly motivated people to join the Transformation Directorate Business Partner team as a Manager of Finance and Planning Business Partnering in Financial Planning and Analysis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of the work to support the NHS. We:

· work closely with government to agree NHS funding;

· ensure the NHS lives within its annual budget;

· decide how to distribute the funding to the different NHS services and parts of England;

· support innovative programmes that improve the care and experience of NHS patients or people using NHS services;

· set out the financial and performance priorities the NHS should be delivering each year;

· report how much the NHS has spent on providing services each year;

· explore how the NHS can make the best use of its money;

· look at howspend on building or equipment can improve the care and experience of people using NHS services.

· consider how nationally we use these resources to improve healthcare outcomes, reduce inequality, improve health and support the NHS.

Within this role you will work with a team of skilled finance and planning professionals. You will employ your analytical and organizational skills working with colleagues to consolidate and prepare overall reports (including narratives) and budgets.

The team offershigh profile, fast-paced projects. This requires adaptability, rigor and innovation and provides exciting development opportunities for those developing their careers in the NHS, health or the public sector.

Below are the types of skills and experience that we are looking for.Even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria, we encourage you to apply.

· Part Qualified Professional Finance Qualifications (CCAB/CIMA or Equivalent)

· Experience of effectively using financial planning, analysis, forecasting and communication skills to deliver a single source of the truth.

· Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, Oracle, Power BI, or other budgeting, analysis and reporting software.

· Good attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with internal controls and governance rules.

· Ability to interpret complex financial data, think strategically, and deliver insightful analysis.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting financial information clearly.

· Monitoring changes in budgets and forecasts.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

Please see attached job description for further information about the responsibilities of this role. You can find further details about the role, a letter from the Deputy CFOs and advice on completing your application in the Document to download section.

Interested in applying and want to find out more about our team and the work we do?

Please email Jo Parkes onjo.parkes2@nhs.netif you would like to discuss.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

To contribute the delivery of the highest quality clinical, education and training and research services through supporting and promoting the involvement of service users, their families and carers and the wider public in the design and delivery of our services. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly across the Trust’s service delivery sites and to attend meetings in the communities we serve.


· Have a solid understanding of patient involvement and engagement across health services and an ability to apply that knowledge to mental health services.

· Have a strong working knowledge of Carenotes, Qualtrics and / or DrDoctor or similar platforms.

· Lead on producing patient experience data and reporting in different forums.

· Project manage service user quality improvement projects across the Trust.

· Develop collaborative patient experience projects in conjunction with clinical services.

· Lead on specific projects as required by commissioners / contracting for quality targets.

· Develop, run and evaluate creative ways of obtaining feedback from service users from our Gender Identity Clinic and one additional service.

· This will also include co-designing strategy for this service in collaboration with service users, service manager and taking responsibility for CQC related changes to PPI work.

· Support the training and development of patient representatives to sit on interview panels and other improvement projects across the Trust.



Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are particularly keen to attract candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to better meet the needs of the service users and students that we serve. The Trust aims to ensure that all job applicants, employees or clients are treated fairly and valued equally regardless of sex, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, domestic circumstances, age, race, colour, disablement, ethnic or national origin, social background or employment status, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, HIV status, gender identity, political affiliation or trade union membership. Selection for training and development and promotion will be on the basis of the individual’s ability to meet the requirements for the job. You are responsible for ensuring that the Trust’s policies, procedures and obligation in respect of promoting equality and diversity are adhered to in relation to both staff and services.


Main duties of the post

The post holder will work across Clinical Services having time allocated to various quality improvement projects in the Service. The post holder will work closely with Gender services and Children Young Adult and Family Services. The post holder will be line managed by the PPI Lead.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Senior Data Analyst

Salary up to £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience

6 month FTC

Hybrid / London Hub

At Saga, we are looking to recruit a Senior Data Analyst as we are embarking on a big data transformation journey across all our established business units, Cruise, Insurance, Travel, Saga Money and Saga Magazine.

As a group we are focused on growing our customer base, allowing for deeper customer relationships. Working in the Data Analytics team on a fixed term contract, you will instantly become part of this pivotal team that is shaping our data strategy and driving the development of advanced analytics solutions.

Your primary responsibility will be to harness the power of data to extract meaningful insights, inform strategic decisions, and contribute to the organisation's overall success.

We work in a hybrid way at Saga both at home and in the office. When you do come into the office, it’ll be with a real purpose in mind – to meet with your team, to work together, and of course to socialise and celebrate too!

**We are keen to appoint this fixed term hire as soon as possible, before 2025!**

Package Description

Everyday our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ALL COLLEAGUES:

• Our typical working week is 35 hours, these can be worked flexibly to suit your working style.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra days
• Pension scheme matched up to 10%
• Life assurance policy on joining us
• Wellbeing programme
• Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidays
• Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Grandparents leave
• Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
• Income protection
• Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform

Main Responsibilities

As one of our Senior Data Analysts you will be fully accountable for the following areas;

• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Develop and Oversee the analysis of large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights relevant to business objectives
• Reporting and visualisation: Develop and deliver clear and impactful reports and visualizations to communicate key findings to stakeholders. Ensure that reports and dashboards are insightful and align with business objectives
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Working closely with business stakeholders and technical colleagues to understand analytical requirements and integrate insights into existing workflows & applications. Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical counterparts
• Data Quality and Governance: Ensure the quality and integrity of data used for analysis, implementing and maintaining data governance best practices. Collaborate with IT and data teams to resolve data quality issues
• Agile ways of working: Demonstrate experience in working in an agile environment, participating in sprint planning, and adapting to changing priorities
• Continuous improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data analytics. Bring the most relevant ones back to SAGA and find ways to implement them to unlock business value

The Ideal Candidate

Working as a Senior Data Analyst at Saga, you will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience in an analytical role, with a track record of successful project delivery
• Experience with analytics tools such as SQL, Python and R
• Confident user of visualisation tools such as Tableau
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex analytical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience working in an agile development environment, with a focus on iterative and collaborative project delivery
• A curious nature, with the drive to learn and master new tech and methods
• Have gained a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Statistics, Economics, Mathematics of Business Analytics

Saga Values: Make it Happen, Do the Right Thing, Customer First, Excellence Every Day,

Our People Make Us Special

About The Company

Over the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. The Saga brand has become one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high-quality products and exceptional standards of service. These include cruises and holidays, insurance, personal finance and the Saga Magazine.

We are a dynamic and forward-looking business with a clear, single-minded purpose; to create exceptional experiences every day whilst being a driver for positive change in our markets and communities. Our focus on exceptional experiences empowers our colleagues to create moments that are simple, personal and special for our customers and for each other. Our values underpin our approach and help guide us to deliver our purpose.

At Saga we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better.

We’re passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Championing diversity is important to us, and diverse teams really are the best ones. We’re dedicated to creating a culture where every colleague feels like they belong. So that at Saga, more than anywhere else, you can be your best, be yourself and make a difference.

Fair consideration is given to all applicants, including those with disabilities and those over who are over the age of 50. As champions of age inclusivity and signatories of the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, we are proud of our multigenerational teams. We are also an official Disability Confident Committed employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, we will make reasonable adjustments as required. For more information on our DEI policies please visit our Saga Careers page.

​Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.

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1. CLINICAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Undertake the routine aseptic production of both diagnostic and therapeutic radioactive medicinal products for clinical use, including investigational medicinal products for clinical trials, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures. This requires regularly drawing up radioactive doses (from heavy lead pots) through heavy and bulky lead protected syringes, many calculations and following complex and precise steps. Undertake a co-ordinator and checking role during routine aseptic production; Perform a range of quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals, using unsealed sources of radioactivity, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures, to ensure compliance with pharmacopoeial standards; ensuring these results are recorded accurately and that any failures are reported. Process and calculate results from such QC tests, and enter the confirmed results on to records for verification. Carry out routine scheduled checks, readings and quality control tests for areas and equipment that the post holder is responsible for. Responsible for ensuring that all equipment and facilities for which they are responsible are maintained in such a way as to ensure correct functioning and specification. Perform microbial and physical environmental monitoring and report results operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures. manufacture of radioactive medicinal products, including those related to Good Manufacturing Practice, as defined in The Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency). Liaise with radiopharmaceutical manufacturers to ensure a continuing provision of suitable radiopharmaceutical products to ensure continuity of service provision. Operation of the computer systems within the section. This will include responsibility for ensuring that all entries follow data integrity and data governance. Responsible for ensuring that records of procedures, which the post holder has performed or supervised, are properly completed and maintained on the paper or computer based system. The post holder will ensure that the correct data is entered at the relevant times and that, in any event, all records are up to date by the end of the working day. Plan and prioritise own and junior staff technical workload continually throughout the day. Liaise with professional and technical staff and other service users where necessary including when there are service problems and delays. Monitor and record radioactive contamination and waste on a regular basis. Deal with radiation contamination and undertaking containment and decontamination procedures where necessary and accumulate / dispose of radioactive and pharmaceutical waste in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, in keeping with regulations of the EA including calculations of radioactivity levels. Report incidents involving health and safety, radiation protection, quality assurance. Carry out, when required, other duties appropriate to the grade that have been discussed with the post holder. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTS Professionally and legally take responsibility for providing a high standard of clinical care and supporting other staff within Radiopharmacy, Nuclear Medicine and other service users, to do likewise. Be familiar with the range of clinical applications of the full range of available radiopharmaceuticals. Demonstrate respect for patient dignity and empathy with patients and their escorts whilst working in the Nuclear Medicine clinical area, especially in difficult or emotional circumstances, using both verbal and non-verbal communication skills. 3. EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the training and induction support in the technical and theoretical aspects of Radiopharmacy work, to the relevant level for trainee clinical scientists, pre-registration pharmacists, student technicians / technologists, specialist registrars, MSc students. Also to host and supervise visitors observing technical work. Plan and contribute to the provision of comprehensive training to new Radiopharmacy staff and on-going training to existing staff, in accordance with the Radiopharmacy training program, as part of the overall Pharmaceutical Quality Management System. Keep abreast with relevant legislation and guidance updates. Assist and participate in research; which may include preparing work for presentation and, when appropriate, presenting it at courses, conferences or scientific meetings and ensuring relevant information is brought back to the department. Have an agreed personal development plan and follow to meet set knowledge and competencies, and identify further training needs as required with the Chief Radiopharmacy technician 4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGING Participate in the monthly self-inspection of the Radiopharmacy. Pharmaceutical Quality systems and service, and in delivering the requirements of related action plans. Jointly with the Chief Radiopharmacy Technician , ensure the regular Radiopharmacy meeting is completed, and an action plan for addressing the findings is prepared as well as delivering some of the requirements of the related action plans. Ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. In particular support safeguards against theft of radioactive material and ensure staff fully comply with these safeguards Jointly with the Chief Radiopharmacy Technician, co-ordinate and plan daily workload for Radiopharmacy; including preparation of a staff rota and planning manufacturing slots. Act as deputy to the Chief Radiopharmacy Technician to cover for some of the routine duties normally performed, apart from in those areas where the post-holder is not accredited to do so. These may include rescheduling and prioritising work and supervising the deployment of technical staff as well as deploying contingency plans. Act to resolve any problems that arise during manufacture, the operation of the facility and any equipment, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures. Liase with Estates department, external contractors with regards to PPM and repair work of equipment, HVAC and facilities Actively participate in the Trusts appraisal process as an appraisee. Actively participate in the Trusts appraisal process as an appraiser for junior staff 5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT All duties must be carried out in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, The Medicines Act 1968, The Radioactive Substances act 1993. The Ionising radiation Regulations, The Ionising Radiation (Medical exposures) Regulation and The Data Protection Act 1984 and any other relevant Guidance notes and Departmental Local Rules Be designated as an IR(ME)R operator by the Trust in respect to Radiopharmacy technical duties and know the legal implications involved. Be designated as a Classified Worker by the Trust under the Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRR). This will include participation in personal monitoring for radioactive contamination. Work in accordance with Local Rules, relevant legislation, codes of practice and regulations relating to the use of radioactive material and, in general, to observe safe procedures and good practice in all aspects of patient investigations and radiation work. Work in accordance with SOPs, following GMP, QA and GCP. Review current practice and propose changes where appropriate where benefit to users, other healthcare professionals and patients may result, to contribute to the development of the radiopharmacy service. To review and comment on continuing appropriateness of SOPs. Adapt, and quickly respond to changes in service or departmental need. 6. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES Order and receipt radiopharmaceuticals and other items from external suppliers using the Trust ordering system. Maintain records of receipt, storage and disposal operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures, to fulfil Environmental Agency regulations and GMP. Maintain adequate stock levels, stock rotation operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures. Source suitable and new items / manufacturers as required. Responsible for the care and safe handling of equipment and accessories in the area of work. Ensure that equipment faults are recorded appropriately and reported. Make suitable provision for the service in the event of equipment failure. Make suitable arrangements to fix the equipment failure. Ensure records surrounding the above events are maintained. Ensure contracts and waivers are in place for services as required. 7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES Ensure that data entries and print outs are presented for checking purposes in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring data integrity. Support the cascading of information through the team, department and customers. Monitor and report deficits in the data governance and data integrity of the Radiology Information System (RIS) and the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS), in use in the department.