Total 8 job vacancies in Blackpool, FY1 6JX

Indicative Job Plan There is shared care of inpatients under the Gastroenterology team on the Gastroenterology ward with a Consultant currently being ward based for 1 week out of every 6 weeks. The appointee will make an equal contribution to the care of Gastroenterology inpatients and the out-of-hours GI-Bleed endoscopy service which is 1:6 at present with plans to transition to a 1:8 model with further recruitment. All on-call weeks are followed by a post-on-call (POC) week where Clinical Assessment Service triage, a post-on-call clinic and a fast-track clinic are delivered. The POC week is followed by standard normal weeks until the next on-call cycle. Elective activity (outpatient clinics, endoscopy lists) is mainly concentrated in the 5-week period off the ward. The job plan comprises 10 Programmed activities including allocation for the current on call commitment. Job plans will be formally reviewed within the first 6 months after appointment and agreed according to evidence from actual activity. Predictable emergency on call (Gastroenterology / GI Bleeding Service) is 1.5 DCC. Category A for unpredictable emergency work. This includes a daily ward round on the Gastroenterology ward at weekends when on-call. Please see the Job Description for indicative job plan. As part of job planning discussion, there would be opportunity to negotiate delivery of agreed clinical activity within the standard week over 4 days if preferred.

Attendance at Theatre sessions. Attendance at out-patient clinics. Research Provision of in-patient care for Consultants patients. Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of patients.

Please see attached Job Description to find out more about this role. For any queries please contact the Head of Department, Mr Shetty on 01253 956715.

The successful applicant is expected to obtain high volume surgical and clinical experience from this post. At the same time the post holder will have dedicated research time that will allow carrying out and participating in high quality research, with the aim of peer-reviewed publications and national/international presentations. The Post holder will be supported for presenting their research findings (study leave, travel expenses).
The post is ideal for junior doctors aiming to improve their CV in preparation for application to training posts. The successful applicant will work under the direct supervision of Mr CP Charalambous both with regards to clinical work and research.
The Department has 10 Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons all of whom perform a variety of Elective and Trauma work. In addition to the advertised post, other grades include 3 Associate Specialists, 10 Staff Grades, 11 STs and 4 FY1’s.

a) Attendance at Theatre sessions.

b) Attendance at out-patient clinics.

c) Research

d) Provision of in-patient care for Consultant’s patients.

e) Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of

“The junior doctor accepts that he will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant, in consultation where practicable with his colleagues, both senior and junior. It has been agreed between the professions and the Department that while juniors accept that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptional and in particular, that juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis”.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a forward looking and innovative place to work and is committed to Values Based Collaborative Leadership and being a ‘Great Place to Work’.



Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established on 1st December 2007. The Trust gained Teaching Hospital status and became Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2010. In April 2012 the Trust merged with community health services from NHS Blackpool and NHS North Lancashire as part of the Transformation of Patient Pathways Programme. We are now a Vanguard site with Extensive Care Services provided for the complex elderly population within Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.

The Trust serves a population of approximately 440,000 residents across Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, Lancashire and South Cumbria and the North of England. It comprises Blackpool Victoria Hospital which is a large busy acute hospital and two smaller community hospitals – Clifton Hospital and Fleetwood Hospital and the National Artificial Eye Service.
1. Attendance at Theatre sessions.
2. Attendance at out-patient clinics.
3. Research
4. Provision of in-patient care for Consultant’s patients.
5. Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of patients.






This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

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The successful applicant is expected to obtain high volume surgical and clinical experience from this post. At the same time the post holder will have dedicated research time that will allow carrying out and participating in high quality research, with the aim of peer-reviewed publications and national/international presentations. The Post holder will be supported for presenting their research findings (study leave, travel expenses).

The Department has 10 Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons all of whom perform a variety of Elective and Trauma work. In addition to the advertised post, other grades include 3 Associate Specialists, 10 Staff Grades, 11 STs and 4 FY1’s.

a) Attendance at Theatre sessions.

b) Attendance at out-patient clinics.

c) Research

d) Provision of in-patient care for Consultant’s patients.

e) Supporting on-call rota

e) Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of Trauma & Orthopaedics



Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, with services covering the local authority areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust is part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS) supporting a population of around 1.6 million people.

We have three main hospitals providing acute services to around 330,000 local residents and employ over 7000 people from 68 different countries.

The organisation provides specialist tertiary care for cardiac and haematology services, delivers community health services to over 445,000 residents including those in North Lancashire and hosts the National Artificial Eye Service across England. We also have specialised Cardio-thoracic Surgical and Sleep Medicine services (including polysomnography) and provide urgent and emergency care services to an estimated 18 million people who visit the seaside resort each year.

Please see attached Job Description to find out more about this role. For any queries please contact the Head of Department, Mr Shetty on 01253 956715.


This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

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Persistent and severe absence from school is having a huge impact on the education and life outcomes of young people across the UK. Absence rates are too high, and we want to provide structured support to get young people back into the classroom.It is our mission is to provide mentorship support to persistently absent secondary school students across the UK. We are seeking individuals passionate about supporting young people, through mentorship, to achieve better attendance outcomes.The OpportunityAs an Attendance Mentor you will manage a caseload of pupils, developing a trusting relationship to provide mentoring support to severely or persistently absent pupils, in a school setting, with the clear aim of improving their individual attendance rates.This will involve working with each pupil’s caregivers and school to understand the barriers to attendance and creating practical action plans to improve attendance.In addition, key aspects of the role include (but are not limited to) the following:Creating a meaningful action plan, outlining practical support measures, actions, and goalsFollowing key administrative and data process to capture and record important project informationWorking closely with school staff (and other stakeholders) to ensure cohesive and holistic pupil approaches are in place.Undertaking all CPD required for the mentor role including a Level 3 qualification;Improving school attendance for those that you mentor.The PersonSuccessful candidates will ideally have prior experience in Mentorship and/or School Attendance barrier programmes, along with a working knowledge and experience in safeguarding practice. However, we are very keen to speak with those from a variety of related backgrounds (as full training will be provided): for example, school support staff and youth workers.Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role. Not only as a cornerstone of mentorship, but to support collaborative working with pupils, schools, families, and other key stakeholders.Additionally, excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines and targets, are essential too.Benefits 25 days + BH annual leave (with the option buy more leave)Health and Wellbeing perks (Healthcare Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance)3% employer, 5% employee contribution pensionEnhanced family friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, or shared parental leave)Work from anywhere globally (up to 8weeks)Paid volunteer dayElectric car scheme and cycle to work schemeTo apply, please submit a CV and a one-page cover letter which outlines: what motivates you to apply for the position of an attendance mentor Your experience working with adolescent children and parents/families/caregivers Your experience working in a secondary school (or similar environment) Your experience in mentoring (or similar) Etio are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all groups, particularly those underrepresented in the workforce.The position is offered on a permanent basis but is currently funded for three years. Anticipated start date of 6 Jan 2025.

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.

Fylde Locality



Applications are invited for an experienced B4 Medical Secretary to provide secretarial and administration support to the Consultants and Medics at the Community Mental Health Team, based at The Gateway Centre, Blackpool. The successful applicant will be offered full on the job training.



You will need advanced word processing skills, OCR level III or equivalent word processing experience. In addition you will need digital audio typing experience.

You will need experience of live typing in meetings with excellent summarising skills. You will need previous Secretarial experience. The post holder will coordinate their activities with other members of the secretarial team to ensure an efficient and confidential service is provided. The successful applicants will require a flexible approach and the ability to work across other sites if required for the needs of the service.



Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trust is a great place to work and has a sound future as a leading provider of excellent mental health and substance misuse services. The Trust invests in its staff and seeks to provide them with opportunities for training and personal development.



The services provided include community nursing, health visiting and a range of therapy services including physiotherapy, podiatry and speech & language. Wellbeing services provided include smoking cessation and healthy lifestyle services.































The post holder will manage the office administration of the Consultant and other medical staff within the team, providing an efficient and effective secretarial service to support medical staff in maintaining a safe, efficient and effective clinical service.

The post holder will be expected to organise their own time and manage and prioritise their own workload, ensuring urgent matters are dealt with efficiently and that record keeping is accurate and complete. The post holder will be expected to utilise good communication skills to liaise effectively with colleagues and external agencies as required.

The post requires excellent organisational skills including medical audio-typing and live typing if requested by the Consultant eg Best Interest Meetings, or Professionals Meetings. The post holder will utilise a range of technical skills including word-processing, email and computerised diary systems, and employ a range of electronic systems relating to clinical records.

The confidential nature of all work must be understood and safeguarded. The post holder will be expected to cover for absent colleagues as necessary for short periods of time such as annual leave and short-term sickness.



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 28 Nov 2024