Job Opportunities. Building the Foundations of your Career. Week Commencing 26 th April

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1 Job Opportunities Building the Foundations of your Career Week Commencing 26 th April 2010 Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD National Winner of LEP Awards 2009 Employer Support in the Getting Back to Work Award

2 How to Apply The Jobs Bulletin for Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is updated every Monday. The bulletin is split into two sections non E-Recruitment vacancies and E-Recruitment vacancies. To apply for any of our non E-Recruitment vacancies please request a Trust application form, personally, by phone on (24hr Answer phone) or recruitment@srft.nhs.uk. Your application form should be fully completed and may be accompanied by a c.v. (curriculum vitae). Please note that it is important that you quote the appropriate job reference in all communications. For E-Recruitment vacancies we handle vacancies through the national website NHS Jobs Online ( which means an on line operation where applications and the whole of the process is handled paper free. Unfortunately we are unable to provide paper applications when a vacancy is classed as on line. To apply for an E-Recruitment vacancy please visit the website, as indicated on the advert, and enter the relevant reference number in the quick search box. If you have difficulty accessing a computer please contact the HR Admin/Recruitment Services Office and a member of the team will be able to provide a list of external organisations located in Greater Manchester Central who provide Internet access for jobseeker use. If you have any restrictions which prevent you from applying for a position within the Trust please contact the HR Services/Recruitment who will be able to assist you. Our HR Admin / Recruitment Service The Trust aims to provide a recruitment & selection service that is committed to increasing service quality and efficiency by attracting and recruiting the right people for the wide variety of roles that exist in the organisation. We aim to have services that are open and non-discriminatory and have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the patients we serve. As we believe our patients should have equal access to care, our staff should also have equal opportunities in the workplace. We seek to be an equal opportunities employer and all individuals, regardless of race, nationality, gender or disability are encouraged to apply for all posts for which they are suitable. If you have a disability or require special arrangements when applying or attending for interview please notify the HR administration/recruitment services department who will make every effort to accommodate your requirements. We work in partnership with Jobcentre Plus Disability Employment Advisors who advise the Trust as to any modifications or adjustments required throughout the recruitment process and on commencement of appointment. The HR Admin / Recruitment Services is a busy department in the Trust, but ensures a high standard of recruitment administration is maintained, by pre

3 recruitment and on going recruitment checks to ensure the requirements of safe recruitment are met and that appropriate documentation is completed for each new employee including progressing and issuing the statement of particulars (contracts) and relevant information provided to Payroll. We are committed to the continued development of the service, staff development and the concept of team working. Preventing illegal working to ensure patient safety The intention of the Trust is to ensure that the required pre-employment checks are made in accordance with legislation and best practice. NHS regulations require that any member of staff working unsupervised with vulnerable adults or children must be CRB checked. As an organisation using the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure Service to assess applicants suitability for positions of trust, the Trust will endeavor to comply fully with the CRB Code of Practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly. It undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a Disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed. The Criminal Records Bureau has two specific types of Disclosure Enhanced and Standard. The Trust uses the Standard levels of Disclosure for those that don t work with children or vulnerable adults and Enhanced disclosure for those that do work with children and vulnerable adults. For information regarding the Criminal Record Bureau can found On 12 th October 2009 new measures were introduced to help prevent unsuitable people from undertaking paid or volunteer work with children or vulnerable adults. This is called Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) toe help implement the Scheme a new public body called the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) has been created. From July 2010 all new employees, those moving jobs and volunteers who want to work with children or vulnerable adults can register with the ISA. From November 2010, all new employees and volunteers must register before they start work. Until they have registered and it is their responsibility to do this) they cannot legally be employed. Failing to comply could result in both the employer (Trust) and the employee or volunteer being prosecuted and even going to prison. Further information is available at Pre employment checks These take on average 3 weeks to complete (8 weeks if an enhanced CRB Disclosure is required) and include the following: Health clearance Provision of 2 references CRB clearance (if appropriate for the post) Right to Work Clearance- including Points Based Sponsorship and leave to remain authorized by the Border and Immigration Agency (BIA). Further information regarding the Criminal Record Bureau can be found at or by telephoning the information line on

4 Initiatives - Working with Jobcentre Plus and partners G A T E way to Salford Royal The Trust Jobs Shop held since 2003 has changed to support the local community and developed into an event to provide Guidance, Advice, Training and Employment information. It is now held bi monthly on the last Friday in January, March, May, July, September and November from 10am to 2pm in the Mayo Building which is on the Trust site on Stott Lane. Vacancies within the Trust are promoted and job seekers can apply for advertised posts on the day. Advice is provided to those completing application forms to ensure customers have the best possible outcome. We now have support from our construction partners Balfour Beatty, Salford City College, and Skills for Health. In addition we have visiting organizations such as Salford City Council and other Trusts in the region promoting vacancies. NHS careers information is also available for those just starting out in the jobs world. Jobcentre Plus advisors attend and provide advice to customers in relation to benefits and getting back to work and are also able to explain training opportunities available locally Work Preparation Programme Work preparation allows Jobcentre plus customers with a disability and/or health condition to gain valuable in work experience whilst remaining on their benefits by undertaking a 6 week work placement which enables them to:- 1. assess the impact of work on their disability/health condition, 2. try a new career direction because of the limitations imposed by a disability and / or health condition 3. build and develop in work behaviours and skills to further their job search 4. obtain a reference and current entry for their CV. The Trust will continue to work with Jobcentre Plus and offer these valuable placements to customers to help them achieve a return to paid employment. If you are interested in a placement and are supported by a Disability Employment Advisor at Jobcentre Plus contact Gill Holt, Eccles Jobcentre on or Childcare & Carer Responsibilities The Trust employs a Child and Adult Care Co-ordinator who will be able to provide help and assistance to employees who have child or adult care responsibilities outside the workplace. Services offered include: Help finding childcare; details of Trust nursery and childcare voucher scheme; advice on

5 flexible working; advice on maternity leave; details of services offering support to carers. If you would further information please contact Nicola Kent, Adult and Care Coordinator on Nurses, Midwives and Healthcare Assistants Want to work flexibly in the NHS? NHS Professionals in a not for profit staffing service run for the NHS by the NHS and is working in partnership with Salford Royal Hospitals NHS Trust. Whether you re looking for Regular extra work; Occasional shifts; Work to keep your skills up to date Or just prefer flexible working. Then NHS Professionals can help. Join our team to benefit from Weekly payments; Paid annual leave; Access to the NHS Pension Scheme (subject to status); Statutory sick pay; Statutory maternity pay; Support for continuing personal and professional development If you d like to know more about joining NHS Professionals you can contact your local Nurse Facilitator, Christine Wilkinson on or the recruitment team on

6 EVENTS Working in Partnership CONFIDENTIAL ADVICE SURGERIES PROVIDED BY A SPECIALIST ADVISOR FOR EMPLOYEES / MANAGERS TO DISCUSS DISABILITIES AND / OR REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS IN THE WORK PLACE Held each WEDNESDAY 12 noon to 2pm in the Mayo Building on the hospital site To arrange please contact Gill Holt, JCP Disability Employment Advisor direct on This event is arranged with the LEP agreement between Jobcentre Plus And Human Resources Directorate Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust

7 Bi-Monthly G.A.T.E.way Working In Partnership For Guidance & Advice on Training & Employment & Volunteer Opportunities, the Trust is holding this bi-monthly event on the last working Friday in January, March, May, July, September & November From 10.00am until 2.00pm in Level 1, Mayo Building Visiting Organisations who will be attending on 28th May 2010

8 E-RECRUITMENT VACANCIES To apply for an E-Recruitment vacancy please visit and enter the relevant reference number in the quick search box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications.

9 ADMIN & CLERICAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT BUYER LOCATION: North West Collaborative Commercial Agency BAND: Band 4 SALARY: 17,732-21,318 HOURS: 37½ JOB REF: 236-AC CLOSING DATE: This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust provides healthcare services to the people of Salford and beyond and acts as the host of the North West Collaborative Commercial Agency (NWCCA). The NWCCA is an award winning organisation created to provide the North West NHS with an innovative supply chain and commercial service that reduces costs, delivers improvements, reduces risk and co-ordinates resources all of which will contribute to enhanced patient care. Instrumental in this is the need to develop capability in Capital Procurement that can be developed and retained for the benefit of all NWCCA customer Trusts. These roles are vital in meeting such a need and you will be part of a team delivering the NWCCA Capital Procurement service ensuring an efficient and proactive service to customer Trusts. We are not just looking for anyone and you will be dedicated to delivering an effective service with value for money and improved efficiency. You will be highly motivated with commercial acumen who will share our enthusiasm for excellent Capital Procurement practice and performance. You will be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the Capital Procurement process and the role of supply chain as a core business process. For an informal discussion please contact Anna Micklewright, Assistant Director on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

10 ADMIN & CLERICAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER LOCATION: North West Collaborative Commercial Agency BAND: Band 7 SALARY: 29,789-39,273 HOURS: 37½ JOB REF: 236-AC CLOSING DATE: This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust provides healthcare services to the people of Salford and beyond and acts as the host of the North West Collaborative Commercial Agency (NWCCA). The NWCCA is an award winning organisation created to provide the North West NHS with an innovative supply chain and commercial service that reduces costs, delivers improvements, reduces risk and co-ordinates resources all of which will contribute to enhanced patient care. Instrumental in this is the need to develop capability in Capital Procurement that can be developed and retained for the benefit of all NWCCA customer Trusts. These roles are vital in meeting such a need and you will be part of a team delivering the NWCCA Capital Procurement service ensuring an efficient and proactive service to customer Trusts. We are not just looking for anyone and you will be dedicated to delivering an effective service with value for money and improved efficiency. You will be highly motivated with commercial acumen who will share our enthusiasm for excellent Capital Procurement practice and performance. You will be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the Capital Procurement process and the role of supply chain as a core business process. For an informal discussion please contact Anna Micklewright, Assistant Director on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

11 NURSING VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: NURSE PRACTITIONER (Dual Qualified RN/RMN or RMN) LOCATION: Neurosciences Ward ANU BAND: Band 6 SALARY: 23,458-31,779 HOURS: 37½ JOB REF: 236-N CLOSING DATE: 12 th May 2010 Salford Royal NHS foundation Trust has been confirmed as being the best performing hospital in the North West and only the second Trust to receive a top accreditation for patient safety and quality. We have one of the strongest track records of providing excellent patient care services, financial delivery and staff satisfaction in the NHS. The trust provides a wide range of tertiary and secondary services and is also the Greater Manchester Neuroscience Centre. It is a major teaching hospital and Foundation Trust having a total budget of 240m and 4,500 staff. The Trust is investing 200m in a major capital investment programme that will include state of the art educational and clinical facilities due for completion in 5 years. The Acute Neurology Unit is a 25 bedded Neurology Ward which provides specialist care for patients with neurological conditions that require acute medical and nursing intervention. The Ward is a challenging and rewarding area that prides itself on the delivery of a high standard of patient centred care. The Ward has a strong multi disciplinary focus and colleagues from therapy professions, neurophysiology, neuropsychology and specialists within specific neurological conditions contribute to ensure that holistic care is delivered to patients on the Ward. We are looking for a motivated and focused Registered Nurse with dual RN/RMN registration, or with RMN registration who wishes to progress and develop skills within an acute neurology setting. You will exhibit great potential for future career development and will be expected to have clear ideas on how the Band 6 role can progress. In addition to this, you will be expected to lead the development of the team on the Ward so that team members acquire and develop their skills and confidence to manage patients who display psychiatric behaviours as a result of neurological and psychiatric needs. Firm ideas on how team dynamics affect clinical effectiveness, an interest in motivating staff to achieve high standards, and excellent communication skills are essential as components of achieving Trust goals. In return for your commitment and dedication you will receive ongoing support from your Ward colleagues and the senior nursing team within the Division. You will have access to ongoing support and development from our dedicated practice development team also. This is an exciting new role within the Greater Manchester Neurosciences Centre and will provide you with the opportunity to influence the management of care for patients across all specialities. You will be a key leader in the development of education and training for staff, and will be a key leader in the development of programmes of patient care, contributing significantly to the patient experience. Suitably experienced applicants are welcomed from all nursing specialities. For an informal discussion and to arrange a visit please contact Paul Devlin, Lead Nurse on or Eileen Graham, Ward Manager ANU on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

12 NURSING VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: TEAM LEADER LOCATION: Anaesthetics, Level 3 Theatres BAND: Band 7 SALARY: 30,460-40,157 HOURS: 37½ JOB REF: 236-N CLOSING DATE: 10 th May 2010 INTERVIEW DATE: 21 st May 2010 We are looking a Senior Nurse or Senior Operating Department Practitioner to provide clinical leadership to support the delivery of evidence based patient centred care and play a key role in the day to day co-ordination of all resources within the theatre setting. You will have responsibility for the day-to-day management of the anaesthetic team and for ensuring all care is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures. You will manage, support and lead a team of nurses/operating department practitioners in the delivery of evidence based quality patient centred care. You will also provide specialist advice to patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team utilising clinical audit, research supervision of practice and teaching. You will monitor and improve standards of care by efficient and effective use of resources. You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent portfolio of evidence, which provides evidence of extensive expert professional/clinical knowledge within this speciality and have strong leadership, organisational and communication skills. For an informal discussion please contact Jo Thomas (Lead Nurse) on ext or Elaine Hodkinson (Senior Manager) on ext For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

13 NURSING VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: MIDWIFERY MATRON FOR SAFEGUARDING & COMMUNITY LOCATION: Women s & Children s Directorate BAND: Trust Grade SALARY: 29,789-42,434 HOURS: 37½ JOB REF: 236-N CLOSING DATE: 30 th April 2010 Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is a University Teaching Hospital that has enjoyed Healthcare Commission Ratings of Excellent and Excellent for four consecutive years. The Trust is proud to offer Safe, Clean and Personal services and has recently launched a Quality Improvement Strategy ensuring that quality services remain the focus of attention for all. The Midwifery Matron s role for Safeguarding and Community will focus on developing and maintaining partnership working with the Primary Care Trust and other relevant agencies particularly in relation to the Safeguarding agenda. The need for excellent communication skills is paramount and the ability to use a wide range of skills to adapt the delivery of information is essential when breaking bad news and dealing with anxious and distressed relatives. The Midwifery Matron s role for Safeguarding and Community will be focused on the following key areas: Acting as lead specialist and expert resource in safeguarding community midwifery and the wider Public Health agenda. Participate in the development of a robust safeguarding framework which will support families through the implementation of the Making in Better changes Communicate service related information to senior managers, staff and clients in a manner that is consistent with legislation, policies and procedures Provide specialist advice, education and training to others in area of practice Providing the clinical area with senior midwife leadership during both regular and unsocial hours You will be a Registered Midwife with a sound clinical knowledge base and able to demonstrate a passion for improving the patient and family experience. For an informal discussion please contact Donna Wilson, Lead Nurse on or Kathy Murphy, Head of Midwifery on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

14 MEDICAL & DENTAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: LOCATION: REF NO: GRADE: HOURS: CLOSING DATE: FTSTA Neonates 236-MD SHO 40 Full shift Banding Supplement 1A (Subject to change) This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested Required as soon as possible for a 6 month period in a busy Regional Neonatal Referral Unit. The department is staffed by 5 Consultants and constant middle grade cover and excellent postgraduate library facilities are available on site. You will possess 12 months substantive experience in UK Paediatrics or other relevant specialty. For an informal discussion please contact Dr Jonathan Moise on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

15 MEDICAL & DENTAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: SENIOR CLINICAL FELLOW LOCATION: Emergency Medicine GRADE: Specialist Registrar HOURS: Full time plus on call (Banding Supplement 1A) JOB REF: 236-MD CLOSING DATE: This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Are you an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual wishing to train in Emergency Medicine at one of the premier Emergency Departments in the UK? Due to the provision of additional funding to expand the middle grade tier we have the opportunity to offer several senior clinical fellow posts which can be combined with a number of specialist modules tailored to the individual needs of the successful candidates. These include the opportunity to conduct a major research project leading to an MD, funding and protected study leave to complete an MSc in Emergency Medicine, extended training in Paediatrics. Applications are particularly invited from overseas trainees in Emergency Medicine who may wish to work in the UK as part of their training. These overseas fellowships will be recognised for training by the College of Emergency Medicine. There is also the opportunity to develop a special interest in sports medicine or pre-hospital care as the department has strong links with local and national rugby league and provides medical support to a local international football stadium. There is protected research time to allow the development of special interests and an individual mentoring system to help the individual achieve their maximum potential. Salford Royal Hospital Emergency Department is at the forefront of clinical excellence and a leader in academic emergency medicine research and teaching. You will work alongside nine Consultant Emergency Physicians and five Consultant paediatricians as well as Foundation doctors and Specialty Trainees. Salford is very close to the centre of Manchester which is a vibrant city offering all amenities in terms of leisure, culture and the arts. It is within 30 minutes of Manchester International Airport with offers budget airline links to all major European destinations. To join this dynamic team you will need a minimum of 12 months experience in Accident and Emergency Medicine and at least Part 1 MCEM, MRCP, MRCS or equivalent. For further details of the posts contact Dr Martin Smith, Consultant in Emergency Medicine, Salford Royal Hospital on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

16 MEDICAL & DENTAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: NEUROSURGICAL SPINAL FELLOW LOCATION: Department of Neurosurgery GRADE: SpR Level HOURS: 40 JOB REF: 236-MD CLOSING DATE: 2 nd May 2010 INTERVIEW DATE: 12 th May month post commencing 1 st November 2010 The neurosurgical unit at the Salford Royal Foundation Trust (SRFT; formerly Hope Hospital) is one of the largest in the country, performing over 3000 operations per year. You would gain experience in all aspects of Complex Spinal practice in a unit that undertakes in excess of 1100 open spinal procedures per year for trauma, tumour and degenerative disease in adults and in children. Areas of specialist interest include minimally invasive approaches, cranio-cervical junction pathology and motion preserving technology. In addition to the clinical role, it is expected that the successful candidate would also become involved in research, and contribute to ongoing clinical trials, with a view to publication and presentation at national and international meetings. It is also planned that the Spinal fellow will have the opportunity to attend national and international spine courses and travel to other units to further his/her experience. The post is designed for senior neurosurgical trainees, who intend to pursue a subspecialty interest in Complex Spinal surgery at consultant neurosurgical level, or the equivalent for international applicants. For UK Trainees the post is currently not recognized by the SAC as a specialist training post, although recognition could be retrospectively applied for with the neurosurgical SAC on a named applicant basis for the successful appointee. You will work alongside the other 13 clinical posts and 3 research posts in the regional neurosurgical unit. There will be some involvement in general neurosurgery, and 1:8 on call, as the second on call senior trainee, with a junior trainee as first on call. Applicants will have full registration with the GMC. For an informal discussion please contact Mr Kanna Gnanalingham, Consultant Neurosurgeon on , kanna.gnanalingham@srft.nhs.uk or Mr Jeremy Holland, Consultant Neurosurgeon on , jeremy.holland@srft.nhs.uk or Mr John Leach, Consultant Neurosurgeon on , john.leach@srft.nhs.uk. For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

17 MEDICAL & DENTAL VACANCIES (E-RECRUITMENT) JOB TITLE: CONSULTANT IN AMBULATORY PAEDIATRICS LOCATION: Paediatric Emergency Medicine HOURS: 10 PA s (Part Time / Job Share welcome) JOB REF: 236-CON CLOSING DATE: 8 th May 2010 Salford is one of 10 metropolitan districts in Greater Manchester and has a population of with children under 16. In recent years, there has been considerable urban regeneration and numerous initiatives to improve public health. The City Council and the PCT are working together to develop integrated children s services and implement the NSF for children. These posts have been created to further develop the Consultant team, which currently delivers acute and scheduled secondary paediatric care in Salford. Unscheduled care is delivered on the PANDA unit at Salford Royal Hospital, whilst scheduled care (outpatients) is provided in the community in purpose built children s centres. The PANDA unit is a novel paediatric short stay assessment and observation unit allowing for stays of up to 24 hours, supported by a well developed community paediatric nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and dynamic team at a university teaching hospital. The appointees will make up a team of 6 paediatricians and 1 paediatric nurse consultant. In addition to the latter there are 8 wte emergency medicine consultants. There is regular contact with Salford PCT s 3.5wte consultants in community child health, who share the general outpatient service with hospital colleagues. In conjunction with the present paediatric specialists the appointee will develop and deliver an ambulatory service and share in the development of the PANDA unit and also hold regular general outpatient clinics. Applicants must have full GMC registration and should have undergone appropriate training leading to accreditation, being on/or eligible for inclusion on the GMC s Specialist Register. You should have or be within 6 months of a CCT in paediatrics or in paediatric emergency medicine. Recent experience of paediatric ambulatory care and/or paediatric emergency medicine would be an advantage. A subspecialty interest which complements the current Paediatric team would be desirable Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Colin Bernstein, Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, on For further information regarding this post and to apply please visit and enter the reference number in the Quick Search Box. Please note we can only accept on-line applications for this post.

18 Refugee and Asylum Seekers Centre for Healthcare Professionals Education Centre Director: Dr Maeve Keaney Telephone: Are you a health professional? Reache North West is a purpose built centre in Hope Hospital set up to assist Refugee Healthcare Professionals in the North West to register appropriate qualifications so they can get professional employment in the UK National Health Service (NHS). The unit is funded by the North West Strategic Health Authority. Reache offers: Assistance with applications and interviews English reading and conversation meetings Update in medicine meetings Access to PLAB 1 and PLAB 2 courses Induction courses to UK medicine Access to IQE courses Access to medical clinical attachments Assistance with nursing placements Access to clinical attachments in general practice Advice on C.V. preparation Interview skills training Pastoral support and career guidance Use of computers and relevant reading materials Assistance with travel costs Reache North West works to establish working relationships with organisations in the NHS and Refugee support groups.