Total 65 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Chorley, PR7 1AL

A Vacancy at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust.


It’s an exciting time to join us: KMPT has been rated Outstanding for Caring and Good overall in our most recent CQC inspection. We are excited to be offering a secondment opportunity for an 8b Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist operational lead to our MHT+ Psychological Therapies Services for working age adults with severe and complex mental health difficulties in Medway. The post is a fixed-term secondment for 23 months and you will be working closely with the Clinical Lead for North Kent. We would be particularly keen to hear from those with experience working with adults with severe and enduring mental health problems, those with operational and managerial experience, or those in established 8a/8b posts and ready to develop these competencies and skills.

You will join a dynamic team of 6 qualified clinicians – clinical psychology, psychoanalytic and CBT, Art and Psychodrama psychotherapies. The post requires you to lead the team on peer supervision and a monthly CPD space. We have good liaison with the local doctoral training course in Clinical Psychology with Chris Church University and other psychotherapy educational organizations and have a rotation of first and third year trainees' placements available annually.

You will have operational lead responsibilities for the service, and manage those in the team. Your will have your own caseload of assessment, individual and group interventions. Experience of Mentalisation based psychotherapy, Structured Clinical Management and EMDR are welcome in addition to core training competencies. Formal HEE funded training will be available for those interested. In addition to expected delivery of psychological therapy you will have leadership roles developing the Pathway of Care with colleagues in the wider team, delivering training and supervision, and you will be working collaboratively with those in the wider team in line with the CMH Framework and the Transformation and working closely with the lead of the service to develop these agendas.

As the service works closely with the wider team there is ample opportunity to learn about organisational dynamics and delivery of care. As a senior team member you will be part of the Psychological Therapies leadership team, representing our service in meetings, discussing appropriateness of referrals with the wider community team and influencing service delivery. The service meets weekly for peer supervision and business/clinical governance, and has a CPD programme on a monthly basis to develop further.

The successful candidate will hold a doctoral qualification in clinical or counselling psychology, or equivalent for psychotherapists, experience in secondary care and management, and have membership with relevant organisation such as HCPC, BABCP, BPC or UKCP.

Employment in this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further details / informal visits contact:

For further information or an informal conversation about the secondment post, please contact:

Dr Paula Maggi, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Lead for North Kent Psychological Therapies on 01322 508222 or email paula.maggi@nhs.net

Please see Job Description and Person spec attached with Operational management, clinical, management of staff, teaching, supervising responsibilities.

“At KMPT, we are serious about diversity and about inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.”

The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

1. To contribute to care quality, performance, and clinical activity by demonstrating leadership behaviours’, specialist advice and management in the area of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

2. To demonstrate the values of PBS approach using evidence-based practice when working with people with learning disabilities and autism, who have existing behavioural needs, to ensure these individuals receive a holistic person-centred service with an emphasis on the prevention of behaviours of concern and quality of life.

3. To actively contribute to the development, maintenance, delivery, and review of the PBS pathway. To ensure a quality service that meets the needs of patients, service users and their families / carers.

4. To provide specialist advice, guidance, and support to clinicians across the service in relation to Positive Behaviour Support in line with PBS pathway.

5. This work will be delivered in the most appropriate setting to obtain a successful outcome.

6. You will actively promote and utilise your specialism within the integrated multi-disciplinary team
• To utilise standardised assessments and outcome measures that are based on the best available evidence and maintain up to date knowledge of developments in the evidence base related to area of practice.
• To carry out comprehensive functional assessment and formulation as part of a multi-disciplinary team for individuals with complex needs using the techniques of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
• To develop and awareness and understanding of Trauma Informed Support and its relationship to Positive Behaviour Support.
• Work with stakeholders and lead on the assessment outcomes and the development of positive behaviour support plans to improve individual outcomes.
• To work to the standards and comply with professional ethics for practitioners as laid down by your governing professional body (e.g. HCPC, NME, SWE), relevant DoH and other local and national standards.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf



Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

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An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, enthusiastic individual to join our administrative team to provide secretarial\clerical support to the Psychiatry Medical teams within the Learning Disabilities & Forensic Directorate.

The applicant will be the central point of contact for the Psychiatry team in North Lincs and will work alongside the current Medical Secretary in Doncaster to provide 2 days support, the successful candidate will also provide annual leave / sickness cover to the Doncaster medical support team where applicable. The environment is very fast paced and the ability to work to tight deadlines is essential. The applicant must also work well as part of a team to provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the service runs efficiently and productively.

The post holder will be required to liaise with our service users and family members, managers and staff at all levels, and other multi-disciplinary agencies, therefore candidates must have good verbal and written communication skills. Audio Typing is a big part of this role, so it is essential that you have experience in this field.
• Clinical Support
To prepare clinic lists, room space and all necessary documentation prior to clinic sessions
• Diary management for the consultant and members of the medical team including all aspects of meeting bookings and MDT meetings and ensure consultants and members of the medical team are fully prepared for meetings
• Set up and maintain SystmOne rotas
• Effective organisation and scheduling of clinics and appointments; cancelling, re-arranging and sending letters as appropriate
• Book home visits including liaison and contact with patients/service users and other professionals
• Arranging cross cover for consultants and members of the medical team for clinical sessions as required
• Record and maintain consultant and members of the medical team activities as appropriate
• Typing of reports specific to service area i.e. MH tribunal Reports, Discharge Summaries, Section 136 Assessments, Inter ward Transfer Reports, Daily Progress notes and Inter transfer Discharges within agreed timescales.
• Typing of letters to GPs, other general correspondence and clinic sessions sometimes of a distressing nature
• Audio typing of consultant/medical correspondence, sometimes of a distressing nature
• Organise/obtain/ return medical case notes from other agencies and ensure that the appropriate monitoring system is maintained

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A Vacancy at Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust.


We currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced administrator to work within the Inpatient Mental Health Services based in Scunthorpe. The service works with individuals with mental health problems and is made up of a range of staff, including social workers, occupational therapists, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, as well as administrative support, which is vital to the running of the service. The work is both varied and interesting and you will be a valued member of a supportive team.


RDaSH are offering this post along side the opportunity for you to complete an apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role]. As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a full range of, administrative and support services, based within a busy reception area. This will include the preparation of confidential correspondence, arranging and taking minutes of meetings, typing, inputting and retrieval of data on Health and Social Services systems and other varied office and organisational tasks. You should be able to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to manage competing demands and organise your work effectively to work to deadlines.

· To provide administrative support including general typing, data entry, photocopying/scanning documents & filing as required.

· To provide administrative support to the CRHT (Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team) for the scanning of documents and dealing with closures via the electronic patient database system.

· Undertake any photocopying and collation of Information Governance notes requests as required.

· To provide records for clinical staff as and when required via the service’s filing system or via the offsite storage system as directed by the line manager.
• To maintain entry and exit systems for the main building in line with Trust policies and procedures.
• To maintain accurate room booking diaries for effective planning.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

If you are interested in this exciting apprenticeship opportunity, please review the attached eligibility document.


This advert closes on Wednesday 30 Oct 2024

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If you are a qualified PWP who is looking for the next step in their career adventure then read on to see if we are what you are looking for !

Do you want the opportunity to work in a fast paced service that allows you to provide meaningful and effective therapeutic experiences to address common mental health problems?
Do you want to work within a team of highly motivated and experienced therapists that are passionate about making a difference and supporting each other?

There is currently an exciting opportunity for dynamic and self-motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) to work for LSCFT NHS Talking Therapies within the Preston locality.

Please be advised that only applicants with arecognised PG Cert in Primary care mental health practice (IAPT) or BSc(hons) Counselling, Coaching and Psychological Interventions (PWP)will be shortlisted for interview

NHS Talking Therapies PWP’s offer accessible screening, assessment and treatment for common mental health problems. We like to make sure we offer a variety of options as one size does not fit all.

Not only are we a flexible service for those accessing us as we run groups, offer telephone, video online (Attend Anywhere) and face-to-face treatment sessions. We offer a flexible Hybrid working model to staff consisting of days from home and clinics within a variety of community settings including the office.

PWPs also have an important link role developing relationships with local GP practices and advocating health promotion within the wider community.

Our team members are encouraged to develop specialisms by taking on champion roles such as long term conditions, young people, safeguarding, BAME, older adults and substance misuse.

As part of the role you will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This may include early morning and late evening appointments as well as the possibility of working some Saturday mornings.

If you would like the opportunity to bring your own creativity, flexibility and commitment to Mindsmatter and you have the appropriate qualifications, we look forward to receiving your application.

1. To provide high quality primary care Talking Therapiesservices to adults with mild to moderate mental health problems.

2. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of team policies and procedure.

3. To deliver Talking Therapiesservices in accordance with NICE guidelines, within agreed activity levels and model, meeting required key performance indicators (KPIs).

4. To provide advice and consultation on client’s care, to other clinicians and to non-professional carers.

5. To promote wellbeing and social inclusion.

6. To work flexibly and in accordance with service demands. This may include support or clinical supervision of band 4 practitioners where appropriate.

7. To work to the agreed number of clinical contacts per week as set by the Team Lead

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 Thursday 31 Oct 2024

CMA is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a rapidly expanding professional services organisation to offer an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join their team.

This is a hands-on role that will not only help implement financial discipline but also shape the financial strategy for continued and stable growth across the company’s expanding portfolio.

Operating across multiple sites in Hampshire and Dorset, the company is highly acquisitive, with ambitious plans for further growth. It is an exciting time to join the business and make a meaningful impact.

What will the Finance Manager role involve?

• Leading the month-end and year-end close process with support from two junior finance team members.
• Balance sheet reconciliations and monthly group consolidation.
• Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including coaching and upskilling the finance team.
• Developing financial reporting and ensuring new acquisitions are properly accounted for.
• Implementing new processes, such as PO systems and cost control measures.
• Driving efficiencies and supporting internal projects.

Suitable Candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy:

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS (including IFRS 10 and 3).
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage with both finance and non-finance colleagues.
• High attention to detail and strong Excel skills.
• A passion for improving processes and driving change.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Manager:

• Hybrid Working (Mondays and Fridays from home).
• Flexible working hours/arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave + BH.
• Free on-site parking.
• 24/7 GP access (video), counselling support.
• Free dental care.

CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

CMA is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a rapidly expanding professional services organisation to offer an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join their team.

This is a hands-on role that will not only help implement financial discipline but also shape the financial strategy for continued and stable growth across the company’s expanding portfolio.

Operating across multiple sites in Hampshire and Dorset, the company is highly acquisitive, with ambitious plans for further growth. It is an exciting time to join the business and make a meaningful impact.

What will the Finance Manager role involve?

• Leading the month-end and year-end close process with support from two junior finance team members.
• Balance sheet reconciliations and monthly group consolidation.
• Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including coaching and upskilling the finance team.
• Developing financial reporting and ensuring new acquisitions are properly accounted for.
• Implementing new processes, such as PO systems and cost control measures.
• Driving efficiencies and supporting internal projects.

Suitable Candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy:

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS (including IFRS 10 and 3).
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage with both finance and non-finance colleagues.
• High attention to detail and strong Excel skills.
• A passion for improving processes and driving change.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Manager:

• Hybrid Working (Mondays and Fridays from home).
• Flexible working hours/arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave + BH.
• Free on-site parking.
• 24/7 GP access (video), counselling support.
• Free dental care.

CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

For full details around the role and responsibilities, please refer to the job description and person specification.

This is an interim secondment opportunity, pending permanent recruitment to role.

Please note that this post is currently only open to applicants currently employed at one of the following Trusts:

· Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

· East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

· Lancashire & South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

· Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

· Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

· North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust

· University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

The post holder’s primary responsibility is to ensure One LSC achieve their financial targets and also to provide outstanding financial services to its partner organisations, to develop performance reporting arrangements and advise the Board on countering financial risk.

The post holder will work closely with Executives, Directors, Senior Management as well as representing One LSC with partner organisations and stakeholders. The post holder will play a critical role in shaping the long-term vision and financial strategies, ensuring the achievement of objectives and continuous performance improvement.

Please note that as this is a Director level role, the successful candidate will need to undergo full Fit and Proper Persons checks

To achieve the ambitions placed upon One LSC, the position requires someone who will undertake the following duties:
• Develop and execute the One LSC financial strategy.
• Accountability for strategic oversight, decision making and financial performance across One LSC.
• Contribute to the broader strategic and operational development across One LSC.
• Provide financial advice at Board level.
• Provide outstanding financial services to partner organisations, with accountability to Provider Directors of Finance, as the organisations’ statutory officers, being through the MD for OneLSC and CSESC
• Responsibility for compliance with required accounting standards, to ensure integrity of Annual Reports and Accounts to the satisfaction of external auditors
• Management of communications with external stakeholders
• Preparation of financial plans and budgets as well as management accounts.

Full duties can be seen in the job description.

Our partnership brings together the five NHS provider Trusts with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) in Lancashire and South Cumbria to improve health and healthcare.

This is about working together as equal partners to make sure patients, their families and communities benefit across the whole of the area.

The aim is to reduce health inequalities and improve services, outcomes and people’s experiences of accessing healthcare. Our partnership also aims to ensure that Lancashire and South Cumbria is a great place to work.

We want to further improve quality by sharing skills and best practice, pooling our resources and standardising the way we work where possible to reduce unnecessary duplication. To achieve this we have created One LSC, which will oversee all corporate services for Lancashire and South Cumbria.

This is an exciting time to join a new collaboration, which is focussed on a system-wide approach to better outcomes for patients and opportunities for staff.

Note that this role is hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.

For full details around the role and responsibilities, please refer to the job description and person specification.


This advert closes on Wednesday 16 Oct 2024

Lower Level Senior Sales Consultant (Life Sales)

Basic Salary £30,000.00 – OTE £65,000.00

Based in Manchester City Centre

Job Description:

The role will be part of an experienced team of life insurance lower-level senior sales consultants who take up to 14 leads per day and make outbound calls to a warm database of clients, with the objective of providing a range of suitable insurance products on a non-advised basis. As an insurance broker with access to the whole of the market, lower levels senior sales consultants are expected to be highly professional, tenacious and compliant at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for delivering good customer outcomes that are consistent with Consumer Duty
Maximise the potential of every lead received and overcome objections
Conduct a robust fact find with each client, ensuring the correct product is presented
Offer a range of products which are suitable for the clients and their budget
Maintain a high standard of compliance at all times
Manage a pipeline of business effectively
Communicate clearly and precisely to the customers
Work towards and ultimately achieve the targets set by the line manager
Use questioning and listening skills when understanding the customer’s needs
Utilise the calling technology provided, with a minimum of 4 hours call requirement per day
Be polite and represent the business respectfully
Work towards personal goals and ambitions set in 1-2-1 meetings
Carry out other responsibilities set out by management
Always be punctual and respectful of other employees.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and the role holder will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by growth or changes within the role or the organisation and the overall business objectives of the Company.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience



Basic IT ability
Sales Process
Insurance knowledge (desirable)
Product knowledge (desirable)
CRM system (desirable).
Essential Skills

Excellent written, verbal & listening communication skills with a professional telephone manner
Ability to build rapport effectively with customers and colleagues
Experience of influencing and persuading to successfully and compliantly handle objectives
Proven ability to fact find in detail to ensure the customer needs are fully established and met
Demonstrable success in closing sales whilst adhering to a sales process
Accuracy & attention to detail .
Desirable Skills

Ability to effectively summarise and para-phrase back to customers based on the information provided.
Essential Experience

Experience of working successfully in a fast paced, targeted and regulated telephone sales environment
Previously worked and enjoyed success in a micro-managed, buzzing and structured sales environment
Team player but with the ability to achieve individual success
Demonstrable success in a high volume based telephone sales role following a structured sales script
Proven experience of consultative sales processes in a B2C telephone environment.
Desirable Experience

Insurance or financial service sales
Cold calling
Mentoring sales teams for success
Experience in a similar role preferred but not essential.
Key Competencies

Adaptability

Following instructions & procedures
Results driven & self-motivated
Relationship building & effective interaction
Coping with pressures & set-backs/resilience
Tenacity & persistence
Learning & applying knowledge
Concern Handling & Negotiating.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Life insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Do you have excellent communication skills that would enable you to work within a challenging inpatient mental health unit that constantly strives to provide the best possible experience for our service users and their carers?

We have a permanent opportunity for a compassionate, respectful and enthusiastic team player committed to promoting excellence, teamwork and accountability to join the Adult Occupational Therapy Team at the Chorley Inpatient Mental Health Service. The post involves working alongside experienced Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistants, Recovery Workers and the Multidisciplinary Team with inpatients experiencing acute mental health problems.

The Chorley occupational therapy mental health team provides assessment and interventions for clients, operates over a 7 day flexible service .You will work across wards engaging clients in activity to support them in their recovery. Candidates with an experience of leading physical, musical, drama or arts activity groups would be regarded as very suitable.

Our aim is to make a person’s stay in hospital as short as possible and to ensure that their experience is a positive one. This will be achieved by creating the right environment and delivering the right interventions in the right place at the right time.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with excellent interpersonal qualities. The successful candidate must be willing to work flexibly in a fast paced environment, have a positive outlook and knowledge of the value of activity and occupation on mental wellbeing. In addition, a key priority is to ensure the delivery of a quality service, which genuinely engages with service users, carers and other stakeholders.

Applications are invited from people who have previous experience of working within mental health or people focused roles. You must be able to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the issues that contribute to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties as well as demonstrate ability and confidence in facilitating both group and individual interventions. You will be familiar with the five ways to wellbeing and be able to recognise how different activities can help people to recovery and remain well.

In return, we are committed to staff development and provide encouragement and support to staff to continue their lifelong learning. We are also passionate about the supervision process. You will be expected to participate in the process for yourself and provide support to others as appropriate.

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

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

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

For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.


This advert closes on Tuesday 8 Oct 2024

Your new company
Finance Manager is required by a local public sector organisation who are in a period of growth hence the addition of the Finance Manager.
Your new role

• Complete monthly reconciliation of income, querying any anomalies
• Management of Finance Officers including carrying out resource planning and managing recruitment, appraisal and professional development
• Monitor budgets all year round, advising the Senior Finance Manager and CFO where revisions or changes are needed
• Prepare and produce regular monthly monitoring reports and present business reports to senior management.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager and CFO to provide training
• Oversee the finance team on a day-to-day basis, ensuring money is banked, invoices are paid promptly, money owed is collected, and clear records are kept
• Ensure the Fixed Asset registers are up-to-date and the appropriate journals posted
• Prepare, review & submit VAT returns, including advising on correct VAT treatment for transactions
• Prepayments and accrual reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Accounting for payroll

What you'll need to succeed

• Full right-to-work in the UK with prior finance experience in the UK
• Experience working within budget monitoring
• Public sector experience required, ideally within the NHS or Education

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary of circa £40k per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package on offer - for more information, please get in touch.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jack Bailey on 02382 020 104
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Our Orthopaedic Pre assessment department has an opportunity for a healthcare assistant to join our friendly team

Our team is a plays crucial part of the preparation for elective planned procedures.

We are looking for someone who will thrive in a role that requires genuine autonomy and the chance to work as part of a continually changing environment. You need to be confident and a motivated person who enjoys a fast pace environment, be able to demonstrate good communication skills (both written and verbal) and show initiative in a challenging and interesting environment.

To work as an integral part of the Multi-disciplinary team, providing a high standard of patient centred care, meeting the needs of patients, consultants and colleagues.

You must hold Level 3 in healthcare / NVQ level 3

As part of the role you will assist the nurses with everyday tasks.

Conduct face to face assessments with patients coming in for surgery and be involved in taking Urine sample, ECG’s, blood test and MRSA screening

Supporting nurses and anaesthetists with the administration of results and recording specific information.

Ordering and stock checking

We have 10000 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 and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Undertake clinical duties relevant to the clinical area following achievement of competencies
• Monitor and record patient’s vital signs, reporting and escalating findings in a timely manner and record on Quadramed system.
• Able to perform ECG and bloods
• Document using the Trust’s IT system quadramed any investigations taken ie ECG, bloods, MRSA screen and urine specimen.
• Recognises the signs of an unwell patient and reports escalates in a timely manner
• Has achieved and maintained up to date competency in ABLS.
• Assists the qualified staff in setting up for clinical procedures maintaining the sterile field and working within infection control policies and procedures.


This advert closes on Monday 23 Sep 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

What skills and qualities do you need?

Aspirational Futures is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the Trust’s central executive team, someone who is eager to be a part of our story.

Your impact; alongside having the aptitude and qualifications to oversee the finance functions of our newly established Trust, we know that you are going to need energy, drive, and various skills. You will be part of the team that is at the forefront of constructing the frameworks that support the trust and its schools. This is not just a job; it is a chance to be part of the future of our young people and make a lasting difference.

PERSON SPECIFICATION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Education and training

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Possession of or working towards relevant professional accountancy qualification(s) such as ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA (including CIPFA qualifications developed in partnership with ISBL) ICAEW or equivalent

Commitment to maintain continuing professional development and/or personal development and undertake relevant ongoing training

Qualification in Education Leadership, e.g. DSBM, Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA)

School Resource Management Accreditation

Experience

Senior financial management and strategic leadership role in an academy or academy trust

Experience of working at Board level

Experience of successful CIF bids

Experience of working in a medium to large organisation with a number of budget holders

Experience of internal and external audit

Knowledge and skills

Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles

Statutory requirements for the operation of an educational institution, including company secretarial, legal and tax issues

Strong understanding of the Academy Trust Handbook

Strategic thinker with the ability to exercise strong leadership skills

Highly-developed analytical skills to provide perspective and insight

Strong technical ability, with experience of Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning, resource optimisation, and people management

Excellent IT skills with extensive knowledge and application of financial packages (e.g. HCSS, PS Financials etc)

Knowledge and experience of managing external relationships with professional and regulatory bodies

Management experience with a proven track record in empowering colleagues and teams

Understanding of and a passion for education, with a strong moral purpose

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to diverse stakeholders

Personal attributes

Outstanding professional profile with an excellent track record in HR management, strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving capability with well-developed emotional intelligence, judgement and political awareness

Resilience and ability to drive change, both through their own practice, team and across the trust schools

Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively

Diplomacy, openness and approachability

Personable, but principled style of strategic leadership and contextual, pragmatic understanding of resource management

Personal integrity, self-awareness and a commitment to personal development and self-reflection

What the school offers its staff

Our trust vision.

• Advance education by providing a holistic, all-through education to ensure our learners are well-prepared and ready to meet the challenges of the next stage in their education, training or employment.
• Instil the character traits necessary to ensure all our learners can successfully contribute to a global society by focusing on an evidence-based approach to Character Education and Personal Development from Reception through to Year 11.
• Offer rich and varied opportunities to promote spiritual, moral, cultural and social development, from primary through to secondary.
• Aim to ensure no child, regardless of their educational needs or background, is left behind due to our inclusive approach.
• Ensure our learners can contribute economically to the local and surrounding communities through our deep understanding of careers and economic education, and the local, regional and national labour markets.

Our family of schools.

All the schools in the trust family are well established and well known in their communities and we all work together to achieve the common aim of ensuring all our young people are well educated and well prepared for the challenges that life after school will bring.

Parklands High School, Chorley.

Parklands High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Chorley, Lancashire. There are 1,107 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (June 2023). Parklands is a founder school in the trust, having converted to academy status in 2012. Chief Executive Officer, Steve Mitchell, is the former headteacher of the school. Budget is £7,120,631. The trust offices are located at the school.

Walton le Dale High School, Chorley.

Joining our trust in June 2024, Walton le Dale High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. It has 772 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT (June 2022). This is our first sponsor school, which we have been supporting since Easter 2023. Budget is £5,275,715. This school is approximately 8 miles from the trust offices.

Balshaw Lane Primary School, Euxton, Chorley.

Balshaw Lane Primary School converted to an academy in April 2024 and is a founder school in the trust. It is a two-form entry primary school with 385 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (November 2011). Budget is £1,793,290. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Gillibrand Primary School, Chorley.

Gillibrand Primary School converted to an academy in March 2024 and was the third primary school to apply to join our trust but was the first to actually join us! It has 210 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (July 2022). Budget is £1,021,633. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Highfield Community Primary School, Chorley.

Our newest school, Highfield Community Primary School, which is also a founder school in our trust finally joined us in September 24. This conversion has been much delayed due to building and land issues, which are now resolved. The school has 246 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (October 2019). Budget is £1,338,366. This school is approximately 1.5 miles from the trust offices.

The benefits of working with us.

In our trust we place emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration and professional development for our staff, underpinned by research. Our aim is to ensure our students finish their education with us as well-rounded, well-grounded individuals who will make a positive contribution to society, which is partly achieved by ensuring our workforce is supported and professionally challenged, underpinned by comprehensive CPD programmes and wellbeing initiatives. We offer the following benefits, designed to promote your wellbeing and make your role enjoyable and rewarding.

• Salary: competitive salary on the national teachers’ Leadership scale with automatic percentage increase as negotiated nationally.
• Annual leave: 32 days plus bank holidays (plus 2 concession days at Christmas)
• Paid leave: maternity/paternity leave, statutory adoption leave, shared parental leave, parental bereavement leave.
• Pension: a generous defined pension with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Death in service payment: lump sum payment and an ongoing pension for your partner and children (subject to conditions & membership of the LGPS).
• A culture that actively promotes a positive work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional development: full and part-funded training courses (including higher cost courses such as Masters, PhD) plus a wide range of external and in-house learning opportunities available to all.
• Access to UK Healthcare (https://www.ukhealthcare.org.uk/) helping staff with the cost of everyday health expenses such as visiting the opticians, paying for glasses, dental treatment and even paying for prescriptions, up to agreed policy limits. Employees can also claim an allowance for hospital admissions, whether NHS or private, access telephone counselling services and receive a discount on gym membership to keep them fit and motivated for work.
• Flexible working: trust offices are currently based at Parklands High School but the Executive Leaders are also able to work from home.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free gym: you have free access to the state-of-the-art gym at Parklands High school from 6.30am - 8.30am and from 4pm - 9pm Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday & Sunday.
• Car parking: free and on-site at Parklands High School, which also has 4 electric vehicle charging points (electricity charged at cost).
• Hot drinks: free tea & coffee are provided.
• CycleSolutions: facility to purchase bicycles and equipment at reduced cost through payroll.
• Discounts: enjoy shopping discounts as a member of the Parklands High School community.
• A comprehensive wellbeing social programme with a range of benefits including; Friday treats, staff barbecues, Christmas lunch, a well-stocked staff room.

Further details about the role

The Role.

As our CFO, your role is pivotal – a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on management, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Operations Officer and in collaboration with the rest of the leadership team, wider central team and the schools’ leadership teams to ensure our strategic priorities are met.

JOB DESCRIPTION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Responsible to Chief Executive Officer

Contract; Full time, full year

Salary; Competitive, depending on experience

Key relationships; Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), Board of Trustees (BoT), Academy Headteachers, Academy Finance Teams.

Statement of purpose

The CFO will take strategic responsibility for Trust wide operations including but not limited to, financial management and control, reporting and compliance, risk management and audit, governance and contributing to delivering MAT growth.

Key Strategic / Leadership & Management Responsibilities

• To report to the BoT, as required, on areas of responsibility, highlighting any concerns, action taken and making recommendations for solutions, where appropriate and when improvement is not rapid enough.
• Working with the CEO, line manage the central services team, with specific regard to HR and payroll.
• Represent the central team at executive team level to the BoT and external bodies where appropriate.
• Promote the highest standards of financial and operational ethics within the Trust.
• Support the Trust’s growth strategy, providing strategic guidance, leadership and management of the Trust’s finances and operations.
• Represent the central team in planning and development within the Trust and ensure clear and effective two-way communication between academy staff and the central team.
• Ensure that the Trust meets its legal, corporate and statutory responsibilities and provide advice, direction and support to the CEO and BoT.
• Provide challenge, where appropriate, to existing practices at all levels and create more effective alternatives.
• Communicate and consult effectively as required with Senior Leaders of the Trust and other stakeholders to ensure change management leads to positive outcomes.
• To develop and review Trust policies in areas of responsibility, ensuring statutory policies are in place and reviewed and approved by the BoT as required.
• Represent the Trust within any external forums, creating opportunities to enhance the profile of the Trust within the education sector and local communities.
• Work within an infrastructure and culture that promotes excellence and high expectations for pupils/students and staff and complements the Trust’s vision.

Financial Management and Control:

• Provide strategic leadership and management of Trust finances, advising Senior Leaders and Trustees on all financial matters pertaining to the Trust.
• Support the BoT by advising, in conjunction with the CEO, on the setting of both trust-wide and individual academy annual budgets.
• Prepare and present the management accounts and related analysis to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Have responsibility for and manage the Trust’s and individual academies’ bank accounts and act as signatory.
• Lead on developing, setting, and monitoring the Trust’s three-year financial plan.
• Work with schools to ensure budgets are supported by consistent and realistic budget assumptions.
• Manage the Trust’s cash position at all times, including overseeing bank deposits.
• Develop and maintain the Trust’s financial policies and procedures in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook, enabling robust financial management.
• Working with the CEO, develop and implement strategies for the generation of additional revenue and resources for the Trust.
• Provide relevant, clear, accurate and timely information to the BoT and Senior Leaders to inform key decision making and effective budgetary control.
• Lead on the procurement of commercial contracts and procurement processes for the Trust and ensure economies of scale are maximised.
• Ensure that VAT requirements are complied with, validate and certify VAT data and produce VAT returns, including online submissions.
• In line with the agreed Trust Scheme of Delegation, train, develop, empower and motivate financial staff across the Trust.

Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure that all schools are compliant with the requirements of the Academy Trust Handbook and Companies House, operating within the appropriate schemes of delegation.
• Complete and submit financial returns as required by the DfE, the ESFA, the Charities Commission and Companies House.
• Prepare and submit the Trust’s financial returns and reports, including annual accounts and monthly management accounts.
• Collect, assess, and analyse information required for annual statutory financial reporting.

Risk Management and Audit

• Lead on financial risk management and mitigation, strengthening controls, ensuring that the Trustees and Senior Leaders are aware of financial risks and issues and that these are being mitigated and managed appropriately.
• Working with the CEO and COO, maintain the Trust’s risk register and liaise with Trustees on risks on the horizon.
• Lead the preparation of the Trust’s statement of accounts, ensuring compliance with current accounting guidance, fully documenting processes.
• Develop and maintain an effective internal audit procedure for the trust and its academies, ensuring recommendations are actioned in a timely manner.
• Manage the external audit procedures for the Trust and its academies, and follow up on any recommendations resulting from the annual audit.
• Manage all insurance claims.
• Administer and account for the Trust’s Gift Aid Scheme.
• Liaise with, and report to the Charities’ Commission, ensuring that all statutory obligations are discharged.

Governance

• Working with the CEO, maintain and update the Trust’s Scheme of Delegation
• Attend and deliver key information and reports at BoT meetings and LGB meetings.
• Act as the key point of contact for trustees and the governance professional.

Growth

• Play a leading role in delivering the Trust’s strategic growth plan.
• Lead on completing and submitting Trust Capacity Growth Funding (TCAF) bids in line with the ESFA’s assessment criteria.
• Responsible for the provision and strategic analysis of timely, accurate and valid performance information to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Work with the Trust’s legal advisers on the conversion process ensuring compliance in all areas.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and inspirational Team Manager to work within the North Lincolnshire Community Directorate.

The post holder will work with other Team Managers and Clinical Leads to ensure that the teams within their portfolio deliver high, quality, safe, effective care and provide the best possible outcomes for people using our services.

You will be a highly visible, compassionate leader with strong values that align with those of the organisation. You will lead by example, being a positive role model who inspires, motivates and empowers our clinicians in the safe effective delivery of care and treatment.

This is an exciting time to join our directorate and you will be part of meeting the 28 promises our strategy makes to the communities we work in, the people who access our services and our valued staff.

To be responsible for the day to day operational management of a portfolio of Services under the Community Directorate and the post holder will report to the Service Manager.

To ensure that patients, carers and other stakeholders can navigate through the care pathways with ease and their needs are met within recovery focused evidence-based provision.

To promote and deliver safe and effective standards of care

The post holder will line manage a portfolio of staff, offering regular management supervision. They will liaise directly with GPs and other services to ensure that the services respond effectively to clinical issues. The post holder will offer an expert opinion to staff on clinical matters such as risk, and appropriateness for treatment.

They will work with the Service Manager to ensure that the services meet their targets in line with the Service Specifications.

The post holder will liaise with acute directorate, community directorate and NHS Talking Therapies to ensure good working relations and a smooth pathway of care for patients.

The post holder will ensure team activity supports efficient use of resources in line with an allocated budget and will ensure team activity is in line with required performance parameters and quality standards.

The post holder will support Business Planning within the Care Group in line with their sphere of expertise and responsibilities.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q





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This advert closes on Monday 16 Sep 2024

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