During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.Training:The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including:
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will be awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).Training Outcome:This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.Employer Description:At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainee
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checksWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, hours to be determinedSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Customer care skills,Initiative....Read more...
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.Training:The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including:
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).Training Outcome:This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.Employer Description:At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainee
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checksWorking Hours :4 days per week, exact working days and hours to be determinedSkills: Attention to detail,Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
To provide a high-quality administrative and secretarial service to the Practice team, ensuring accurate, timely processing of clinical correspondence and documentation.
To support safe patient care through effective document workflow, coding, summarising and maintenance of patient records within SystmOne, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and information governance requirements.
Provide audio typing and word processing support for GPs and healthcare professionals, including preparation of referral letters and other documentation.
Process referrals via the NHS e-Referral Service (eRS) and manage associated correspondence as required.
Process medical reports, patient questionnaires and other administrative documentation accurately and in line with practice procedures.
Attend meetings and take minutes when required.
Receive and initiate outgoing telephone calls to facilitate timely communication with patients and external organisations.
Receive and dispatch mail and maintain an effective pending/filing system.
Code or re-code relevant clinical information onto the patient record, including new diagnoses and updates, in accordance with practice protocols and SNOMED standards.
Ensure strict confidentiality when handling patient notes and information and comply with information governance requirements.
Review medical records for completeness and identify gaps within the patient history, supporting accurate clinical decision-making.
Extract information for coding from both paper-based and electronic sources and enter this into SystmOne in line with agreed summarising standards.
If a patient record has been received electronically (e.g., GP2GP), validate the record for completeness and resolve any issues in liaison with clinicians.
Raise any issues identified with the named GP or appropriate clinician to resolve queries and ensure high-quality records.
Update and maintain referral templates and associated standard letters within SystmOne as required.
Update and maintain clinical templates/searches and support running searches for QOF and other clinical domains as requested.
Assign and process unmatched laboratory reports and electronic documents where required, in line with practice workflow procedures.
Run immunisation and cervical screening programme administration tasks where delegated.
Support the IT & Admin Lead/Practice Manager with issues relating to Practice intranet, website, social media and other relevant administrative tasks where required.
Request/prepare patient record notes urgently via Primary Care Support England (PCSE) when needed.
Generate medical reports and respond to information requests including Subject Access Requests (SARs) in accordance with policy and GDPR/Data Protection requirements, escalating complex cases appropriately.
Use IGPR effectively to co-ordinate responses to insurance company requests.
Complete private admin requests in a timely and appropriate manner forwarding documentation to GP’s as appropriate, taking payments for license requests, liaising with patients as appropriate to provide an effective service.
Support clinicians by providing timely information, searches and administrative support to enable effective care planning and clinical decision-making.
Training Outcome:
A permanent position may be available in the Surgery for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Employer Description:
At Long Stratton Medical Partnership, we take pride in being a family focused, close knit team – our ‘work family’ is how we often describe ourselves. We offer a supportive, positive culture which is well-lead, and provide regular supervision and training for all staff.
Long Stratton Medical Partnership is a busy rural Doctors Surgery with just over 11,000 patients. We aim to provide care to all our patients in a friendly and efficient working environment. You will be part of a hardworking and dedicated team.
Working Hours :Monday - Friday. Shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.
#INDASPTraining:The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including:
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).Training Outcome:This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.Employer Description:At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainee
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checksWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, hours to be determinedSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills....Read more...
Optical Domiciliary Manager – GloucesterMonday to Friday | No Weekends | £28,000 to £30,000 DOE + Company Car
Zest Optical are working alongside a growing domiciliary optical provider to recruit an Optical Domiciliary Manager in Gloucester.
This is a varied and autonomous role, ideal for someone with optical experience who enjoys organisation, relationship management and taking ownership of the day-to-day running of a service.
The position is mainly office based, managing the operational side of a domiciliary optical business that works closely with care homes across the region.
The Role
Monday to Friday working pattern
No weekends
Mainly office-based role with travel to care homes
Salary between £28,000 to £30,000 DOE
Managing diaries, scheduling and logistics
Planning efficient travel routes and clinic utilisation
Building and maintaining relationships with care homes
Coordinating the full operational process behind the scenes
Managing NHS administration and related paperwork
Coordinating deliveries and managing follow-up processes
Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the domiciliary service
This is a role with a high level of autonomy where you will take ownership of the operational and organisational side of the business, ensuring clinics run efficiently and care home partners receive an excellent level of service.
Requirements
Previous experience within the optical industry is essential
Organised with excellent time management skills
Confident managing schedules and logistics
Strong communication and relationship-building ability
Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Professional and customer-focused approach
Administrative and operational experience beneficial
Full clean driving licence
Happy to travel
What’s on Offer
Salary £28,000 to £30,000 DOE
Company car
Monday to Friday working pattern
No weekend requirements
Autonomous and varied role
Opportunity to play a key part within a growing service
To apply for this Optical Domiciliary Manager job in Gloucester, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link.
Send us a message on Whatsapp....Read more...
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.Training:The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).Training Outcome:This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.Employer Description:At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainer
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As an Apprentice Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
The Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing (level 3) Qualification will include:
On the job training
Online learning
Face-to-Face training sessions
Completion of a record of experience
Written and Practical exams
Am I the right person?
Dedicated to starting a career in Dental Nursing
Able to commit to a 12month+ training programme
Comfortable working in a clinical environment
Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with your practice colleagues and a variety of patients
Excellent organisation skills to keep appointments to time
Compassionate
Excellent written communication skills
IT skills
Team playerWorking Hours :Monday to Friday. Hours to be determined.Skills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it's perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision
Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses
Adjusting customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort
Basic frame repairs
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures
Making follow up appointments for customers
Use a focimeter to find the prescription from spectacles
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing
Explaining offers and products to customers
Taking payments from customers
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPIs and how they affect the practices profitability
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management, you could complete a management course
Practice ownership, you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:Eye care made easy. Advanced tests, expert guidance, and stylish brands to keep you seeing and looking your bestWorking Hours :9.00am - 5.30pm over 5 days - Monday - Friday. Saturdays will vary depending on rota/business needs.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your studies will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.Training:The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including:
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).Training Outcome:This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.Employer Description:At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainer
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As an Apprentice Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
The Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing (level 3) Qualification will include:
On the job training
Online learning
Face-to-Face training sessions
Completion of a record of experience
Written and Practical exams
Am I the right person?
Dedicated to starting a career in Dental Nursing
Able to commit to a 12month+ training programme
Comfortable working in a clinical environment
Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with your practice colleagues and a variety of patients
Excellent organisation skills to keep appointments to time
Compassionate
Excellent written communication skills
IT skills
Team playerWorking Hours :Monday to Friday. Hours to be determined.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Perform planned preventative maintenance and safety inspections on a wide range of medical equipment, such as emergency lifting equipment, suction units, tympanic thermometers, pulse oximeters, and others, in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations.
Conduct electrical safety testing of medical equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Under the supervision of senior technicians, carry out complex fault-finding and repairs on medical equipment, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues.
Assess, commission, and perform acceptance testing on new medical equipment prior to clinical use.
Maintain an up-to-date and accurate medical equipment inventory within the Trust’s asset management database, ensuring data integrity and completeness.
Accurately complete and maintain all technical records related to commissioning, maintenance, and repairs for own work in both paper and electronic formats.
Upload manufacturer service reports to the Trust’s Asset Database for equipment under external service contracts, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of asset records.
Conduct routine audits of medical equipment and accessories within the Medical Equipment Workshop.
Under the supervision of senior technicians or the Section Manager, manage the decommissioning and disposal of medical equipment in compliance with Trust policies and regulatory requirements.
At the request of the Section Manager, the post holder will be responsible for the delivery and collection of medical equipment to and from any of the Trust’s ambulance stations or hubs.
The post holder will be required to visit the Trust’s ambulance stations and hubs, as directed by the line manager, to exchange medical devices and ensure compliance with annual servicing and maintenance requirements, including at unsocial hours to minimise disruption to frontline operational teams.
When required, work from any of the Trust’s ambulance stations to carry out audits, maintenance, and repairs of medical equipment to support operational needs.
Adhere to Trust policies and procedures, maintaining competency in servicing and maintenance activities, including attending training sessions provided by external suppliers.
Maintain personal Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills.
Perform any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and banding.
Training:This is a 3-year blended learning course, with three five-day blocks at UWE Bristol in each year for seminars, laboratory and practical sessions, plus tutorials and assessments.
The rest of the learning is work-based and requires a combination of directed and independent studies alongside hands-on experience.Training Outcome:Permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Our vision is to deliver outstanding emergency and urgent care whenever and wherever needed for everyone in London, 24/7, 365 days a year.
We are the busiest emergency ambulance service in the UK serving one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities. We provide emergency and urgent healthcare that is free to patients at the time they receive it.
We are the only NHS provider trust to serve the whole of London and the nine million people who live in, work in or visit the city. We cover an area of 620sq miles and have more than 8,000 people who work or volunteer for us – rising to 10,000 when including bank staff and students.
We answer around two million 999 calls a year and our crews attend more than 3000 emergencies a day. Our 24-hour 111 integrated urgent care services London answer around two million calls a year.
We play a leading role in integrating access to emergency and urgent care in the capital and are striving to ensure patients receive the right response, in the right place, at the right time.
Our main role is to respond to emergency 999 calls, providing medical care to patients across the capital, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. Other services we offer include providing pre-arranged patient transport and finding hospital beds. Working with the police and the fire service, we are prepared for dealing with large-scale or major incidents in the capital.Working Hours :37.5 hours per week.
Shift pattern: Rotating 07:00-15:00, 08:00-16:00, and 09:00-17:00.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Children’s Hospice Nurse Band 6 (Equiv. to Internal Grade 4)
£43,599 to £52,048 per year. Joining Bonus £500 on appointment.Location: Barnet, Greater LondonClosing date: 30th June 2026
Our client is expanding their team and are looking for more Nurses to join their charity.You’ll be joining an award-winning, certified Outstanding team, who do all they can to empower children and families to experience as much life as possible.ABOUT THE HOSPICEThey exist to help babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, make the most of every day. Their mission is to enable those they support to enjoy life as children, not patients; as families, not just as carers.Because everyone deserves to live life as themselves, beyond their condition or circumstances. They do this by listening to families. They know one size doesn’t fit all, so they cater their services to each individual person they support. They can do this from the point of diagnosis.Their help is available wherever it is needed. Their expert staff and trained volunteers can provide support in a families home, in the community, or at their state-of-the-art building, The Ark, in Barnet.They work in collaboration with key NHS Trusts and other care providers to deliver the very best support to children and families. They have created a space where children with complex needs are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence.ABOUT THE ROLEThey’re expanding their team and are looking for more Nurses to join their charity. You’ll be joining an award-winning, certified Outstanding team, who do all they can to empower children and families to experience as much life as possible.As a member of the Nurse and Specialist Care team, you’ll be encouraged to put the experience of children and families at the heart of all you do. As well as understanding their care needs, you’ll get to know what’s important to each child you support – whether it’s knowing what their favourite song to listen to is, how they like to play, or what sooths them when they are sad - it’s so important that each child is treated as an individual. You’ll focus on what children can do, rather than their limitations, and will support them to experience things they may never have thought possible.And by providing care for children, either at their state-of-the art building, The Ark, or out in the community, you’ll be allowing parents and cares to take some time for themselves. The hours of care you’ll provide will make a huge difference, allowing them to live life outside of their child’s condition. By creating this time, you’ll be creating choice – something which can feel impossible for the families they support.You’ll join their experienced nursing team to help provide a 24/7, on-call symptom assessment/management service for babies, children and young people in The Ark and out in the community.Your commitment to children and families will continue through to end-of-life care. You’ll be a guiding reassuring presence for families elevating anxiety and worry and working with other healthcare professionals to create as much comfort as possible. You’ll be providing essential symptom management to help to bring comfort. As well as giving the choice of preferred place of care and preferred place of death.During this time, you’ll continue to treat each child and family as an individual by taking the time to understand what is important to them. You’ll help to create memories to enable as good a death as possible.A natural and experienced leader, you’ll deliver high quality and effective training to other members of the team and family members. You’ll provide direct line management support to Band 5 Nurses and Band 3 & 4 Specialist Carers.ABOUT YOUWith excellent clinical and communication skills, you’ll either be an experienced Band 5 Nurse with palliative care experience, ready to take a step upwards in your career, or a Band 6 Nurse already working in the palliative care sector or have previous palliative care experience. You’ll have at least one year’s experience caring for children with complex care needs. You’ll have experience managing a nursing team, or experience of supporting students, junior staff nurses or support workers.You’ll be able to work collaboratively, experienced in leading a multi-skilled team, or can demonstrate experience of leadership with the support from a lead nurse.Aside from experience, they look for individuals who share their core values of kindness, excellence and courage. They’ll support you to go above and beyond to be there for the children and families they support – they ask that you share this mission with them.You’ll thrive working autonomously, confident in your ability to deliver care on your own out in the community. You’ll know the value of collaboration, and will work closely with your team members, other healthcare professionals and the families you support to provide the very best care.Creativity and play will be central to your approach to care, with the ability to build long-term relationships with the children and families you care for.DBSIn addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure with Child Barring will be required for this post. Their recruitment checks, induction, ongoing support and supervision, reflect their commitment to safeguarding the families they support.COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONThey believe that everyone deserves to be treated equally. It is central to their charities mission. They ensure that no member of staff, or job applicant, is treated less favourably because of their sex, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethic or national origin, religion, disability, gender identity or marital status. They are a Disability Confident Employer and will guarantee an interview to those candidates with a disability if they meet the minimum requirements of the role. They particularly welcome and encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented in their staff.Our client reserves the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, they kindly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.*PLEASE NOTE – by applying to this position, you agree for your CV to be submitted to our client, who shall contact you directly, should your application make their short-list. You also agree to our Privacy Policy: acapella-recruitment.co.uk./privacy-policy.html which can be found on our website.....Read more...