Total 107 job vacancies by University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Are you an experience administrator? Are you a strong communicator? Do you have excellent organisation skills?

We are recruiting a full time, permanent Administrator to join our Centralised admin team based in Bristol.

This role of Facilities and Estates Administrator is to support the Division with the delivery of a smooth and comprehensive centralised administration service. You will work across 4 key areas:
• Rostering
• Absence
• Ordering
• General Administration

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
• To notify line managers of non-arrivals to ensure welfare checks are given to staff members
• Using requirements submitted by departments, creating overtime & bank allocations, ensuring staff are allocated fairly and are compliant with trust policies & working time directive
• Staff the absence line, taking calls from staff members, obtaining information such as planned return to work date, fit note queries etc.
• Support managers by preparing Performance Management templates and meetings
• Support with general IT queries from staff, such as ID Badge access, ESR & Kallidus Access

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Wednesday 8 May 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


Paediatric Gastroenterology Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Band 7 CNS

(Band 6 to Band 7 development post also would be considered if experience required it).

Full time hours 37.5 hours per week (minimum 34.5 hours per week)

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 7 CNS to work within our Gastroenterology team. You will care for children with diverse gastroenterological conditions, including but not exclusively, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Coeliac disease, eating disorders and liver disease. Therefore, some degree of knowledge of these conditions would be advantageous.

The Bristol Royal Hospital for Children (BRHC) provides a local service for Bristol Children and a referral service for specialist care for families across the Southwest. The CNS will work closely with the multidisciplinary team in hospital and the community to ensure a co-ordinated quality service and will be actively involved in education, audit and research.

Whilst the post is based at BRHC the team attend peripheral clinics in Truro, Swindon, Plymouth, Torbay and Exeter

Main Duties and Responsibilities
• The post holder will engage and lead discussions in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• To provide specialises, highly skilled nursing care to children with gastroenterological problems and liver, of which at least 50% will have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
• Improve standards of care for all children with gastroenterological conditions attending This includes IBD patients, patients with chronic gastroenterology & liver conditions.
• To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, co-managing the caseload of families seen by the Paediatric Gastroenterology To support the families through diagnosis and treatment in their social, emotional and health needs, referring to appropriate professionals and services where necessary.
• To develop and strengthen clinical and educational links with Health Visitors, Practice Nurses, Community Nurses and other regional medical and paramedical staff.
• To take an active part in initiating and leading research and audit
• To contribute to professional and Nurse Specialist Groups throughout the Directorate and wider nursing
• To attend regional clinics with named
• If eligible perform extended and supplementary prescribing and monitoring to improve the quality of patient care.
• To provide specialist nursing advice and support to patients, their families and carers from the time of diagnosis and throughout treatment and follow-up phases of treatment and care.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

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A full-time substantive role, has arisen for a suitably qualified enthusiastic person to join our team of physiologists in the Sleep Unit within the Respiratory Medicine Department at the Bristol Royal Infirmary.

The ideal applicant will have a BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification and have successfully completed ARTP Parts I & II or Practitioner level exam. They should also have relevant experience in sleep studies.

As well as carrying out clinical investigations the role will involve deputising for the Lead Clinical Physiologist, assisting with service development, providing supervision and ongoing education for other members of staff and students on placement within the department. You should have the ability to work flexibly, be able to work with your own initiative and enjoy working as part of a team. A keen eye for detail and accuracy is also required. You will be expected to work closely with other healthcare professionals, including respiratory consultants, nurses and physiotherapists.

This role is for 37.5 hours per week. There can be some flexibility regarding the exact hours to be worked, although there is the requirement for some evening (late shift) working.
• Responsible for providing an efficient and high quality service in the field of Sleep Studies and to provide the very best care and efficient treatment of patients during their stay in the department.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to ensure services meet changing healthcare needs.
• To deputise for the Sleep Unit Clinical Lead, covering all aspects of the role, when required.
• Provide leadership and support to the Sleep Unit staff in dealing with difficult and conflicting situations including those that are of a clinical/professional nature.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024

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Are you an experienced and qualified Healthcare Support Worker looking to join our flexible workforce?

This advert is for Bristol Adult and Children inpatient services.

Would you like to work at an NHS trust that is committed to ensuring your ongoing development and training of a wide range of clinical skills and knowledge?

In order to undertake this role you must have:

- Experience working within an acute healthcare setting within the past 12 months.

- Work a minimum of 2 shifts, in a rolling 3 month period and remain compliant with all essential training, to remain in post

- Please note you will be expected to do 5 days of induction within a week period

(Please note you will not be shortlisted if you do not meet the criteria):

The UHBW Bank is an integral part of our hospital and recognises that people often want to work flexible days and hours. Working on the Bank helps to support our wards and deliver high standards of care to our patients. UHBW Bank is available for people that are looking for development opportunities and flexible working patterns so they can create a career that works for them.

As a Healthcare Support Worker you will play an essential role in supporting the delivery of the highest standard of quality care to our patients, working alongside registered nurses and other healthcare professionals. Your role will include a wide range of tasks, from providing personal and intimate care to undertaking clinical observations. A Healthcare Support Worker will be competent to provide compassionate care to agreed quality standards.

You will be required to follow stringent policies such as infection control and manual handling policies and keep your clinical and non-clinical colleagues informed of outcomes. In addition, you will be providing emotional and physical support to patient’s and their families. You will require an adaptable and flexible approach to enable you to adapt to situations that may change quickly.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.

UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

If you meet the essential criteria, your application will be shortlisted, and you will be invited to our monthly assessment centres. If successful, you will be working on a zero hour contract and on occasions you may be required to work between our Bristol and Weston sites.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Sunday 28 Apr 2024

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Are you a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist looking to make a difference in healthcare? Do you want to work at an established and busy acute Hospital?

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiasticBank band 5/6HCPC State Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) and provide a Clinical Biochemistry service to the Trust.

You will rotate through all sections of the department practising a wide range of automated and manual analytical procedures to produce high quality test results.

You will be expected to understand the need for analytical quality and clinical urgency, and take appropriate action when finding abnormal pathology results in order to maintain the highest standards of patient care.

In addition to your analytical skills, you will be expected to supervise and train medical laboratory assistants, as well as other technical and scientific staff..

Depending on your experince, the duties of your role will include:
• To follow protocols for performing a wide range of laboratory procedures.
• To organise personal workload in response to the urgency and volume of requests.
• To recognise the importance of abnormal results, and to ensure that they are reported without delay.
• To maintain equipment and work space in a clean and functional condition.
• To supervise Medical Laboratory Assistants and assist in training all other grades of staff including Medical staff.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.




This advert closes on Monday 6 May 2024

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Seeking applications from currently qualified pharmacists or trainee pharmacists from any sector to take up roles at Weston General Hospital either now or in the summer...

Do you want to join a friendly, forward-thinking team committed to providing the best possible medicines care?

We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable registered pharmacists to join our small, friendly and progressive inpatient department at Weston General Hospital, which is part of UHBW.

Why join us?
• Our pharmacy team at Weston aims to deliver high quality, patient-focused clinical services to the patients of our Trust.
• Our team is friendly, supportive of colleagues, open to developing and implementing new ideas.
• You will gain a wide range of experience by joining our team of rotational pharmacists and medicines management technicians providing clinical pharmacy services to a range of wards and assisting within our inpatient dispensary and aseptic unit.
• When clinical screening in patient prescriptions and providing medicines management services at ward level you will be able to utilise and develop your skills and knowledge in medicines optimisation and risk management.
• We are part of UHBW which is one of the largest teaching trusts within the South West. As part of the roles, there will be opportunities to visit, shadow and network with colleagues working in aseptics, surgery, medicine, cardiology, MI, paediatrics, oncology and ophthalmology and many others.

The ideal candidate will have:
• General Pharmaceutical Council for Pharmacists registration
• Experience of hospital pharmacy practice
• Knowledge of the legal framework for the dispensing prescribing and administration of medicines
• Good understanding of medicine and nursing practice, record keeping and terminology

In return for your hard work, join our Trust and benefit from:
• Excellent support from senior specialist pharmacists and education and training pharmacist
• Opportunity to undertake a Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or continue your study
• 27 days annual leave entitlement + 8 bank holidays
• Industry leading pension scheme
• Discounts in a multitude of national and local outlets

We would be very happy to consider full (37.5 hours per week) or part time hours

Participate in weekend (currently Saturdays only), Bank holiday and late rotas as well as Emergency Duty Commitment (EDC), this last one after an initial four-month period. The approximate frequency of EDC is 1:20, and weekend commitments is 1:6.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the JD document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Sunday 5 May 2024

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Do you have a proven track record in victim support? Do you have experience in investigating incidents or cases of aggression? Do you want to make a difference to the working environment at UHBW?

We are currently recruiting a Violence Reduction Officer on a permanent basis to support the security team and work closely with the police to investigate crimes committed against UHBW employees.

They are to ensure that all investigations into incidents of violence are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner and to work in partnership with the police to aid investigation into crimes committed against UHBW employees. This will include sensitive and emotive topics including crimes against the person.

This role is predominantly desk based with an expectation for site visits and face to face meetings when required.

This role is currently subject to banding.

Your duties will include:
• Collaboratively engage with Policing, Wellbeing and other support mechanisms internal and external to the Trust
• Manage compliance against statutory and NHS standards relating to security investigations and victim support
• Support the delivery of the Care Quality Commission objectives to reduce violence and aggression directed towards UHBW staff, patients and visitors
• Identify and save CCTV and Bodycam footage
• Identify subsequent training requirements for security staff and managers.
• Provide specialist guidance to UHBW managers regarding violence reduction, victim support and investigations.

In return, you will receive:-
• A competitive starting salary and unsocial enhancements
• Access to a raft of national and local discount schemes including shopping, holidays and insurance
• An industry leading pension where your employer pays in 20.6% of your annual salary!
• 27+8 days annual leave per year

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.

As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Sunday 5 May 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


The Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre [BHOC] is a leading cancer healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care and promoting continuous professional development among its staff. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Band 6 Practice Education Facilitators to lead our chemotherapy service.



As a Band 6 Nurse Specialist Educator in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy [SACT] you will play a key role in the development and delivery of education and training programs related to SACT within our organisation. This position requires a thorough understanding of SACT practices and processes, excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting the ongoing professional development of nursing staff. Leadership skills are essential to guide and inspire a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Monday 6 May 2024

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You will provide high quality project management for complex capital projects over a wide range of values from inception to commissioning and handover to the Maintenance Manager and /or the clinical service manager – and significantly contribute to the management of the Trust's multi-campus, multi-building estate and property portfolio.

You will work to design, specify and cost to an approved brief and to deliver a completed signed off scheme to agreed programmes on time, within budget, and to specification.

We are currently recruiting for one permanent role and one 18 month fixed term position.

Main duties of the role will include:
• Assess and prepare service user briefs, identifying the service requirements, objectives to be achieved and Healthcare specific standards (HTMs and HBNs) to be met. Compile and obtain approval to a Project Initiation Document/brief.
• Responsible for new works and delegated capital schemes. Involving both direct labour trade staff and contractors.
• Assess feasibility of potential projects both spatially (space planning in accordance with legislative and best practice guidance), forming budget estimates for clients within an agreed timeframe (Estates Service Level Agreement) and utilising the skills of in-house Building and Engineering Estates Officers and other external professionals, as and when required.
• Lead on and provide professional expert advice on approach to producing feasibility reports and business case reports for consideration by the users, Divisional Managers, and the Trust’s Executive groups.
• To deputise for the General Manager of Projects as and when required inclusive of undertaking line management duties. To line manage the Project Managers/ Assistant Project Managers and supporting Administrators on a day-to-day basis.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.

As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Apr 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


To work in conjunction with the Senior nurses in POA to develop and implement a quality peri-operative assessment service to meet the needs of all clients requiring anaesthesia and surgery. The post holder will work within the department to provide the highest standards of patient care using research evidence-based practice, national and local protocols.

To perform the competencies of a trained pre assessment nurse and in addition any competencies associated to the allocated speciality. To undertake the teaching and assessment of Junior personnel.

The post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care for patients undergoing theatre procedures. To act autonomously within given competencies and recognise when to make appropriate referrals.

Fitness for anaesthesia and surgery is assessed and patients are prepared pre-operatively.

- Maintain a dynamic enthusiastic role model providing clinical leadership regarding pre-operative assessment and preparation to ensure a high standard of care.

- To work with initiative and independently within the extended role seeking support in line with local protocol.

- Understand the risks and benefits of surgery and anaesthesia with appropriate intervention.

- History taking ensuring relevant medical and social history.

- Interpretation of clinical findings

- Incorporating evidence / research-based practice. The post holder will assess, plan implement and evaluate individualised programmes of care of patients during pre-operative and peri-operative period.

- Initiate appropriate referrals, investigation, education, and treatment in light of assessment.

- Evaluate the patients programme of care with other members of the care team

Demonstrate initiative, decision making and good time management.

The post holder will co-operate with staff from other departments to develop effective channels of communication and to provide a safe and caring environment for patients, relatives, and members of the multidisciplinary team.



University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Thursday 2 May 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


There really has never been a more exciting time to join us; University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust and Weston Area Health NHS Trust have merged together to become one organisation. Our newly merged Trust has a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff, aiming to deliver exceptional local services for local people and specialist services across the South West and beyond. Together, we form one of the largest NHS trusts in the country.

Applications are invited for the full time post of Junior Clinical Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics, based in the Division of Surgery at the Weston site of University Hospitals Bristol and Weston. The post-holder will work at F2/ST1-3 or equivalent level and duties include managing trauma and elective orthopaedic inpatients, assessing and reviewing emergency trauma admissions and attending theatre sessions and clinics.

The post holder will be encouraged to attend departmental weekly teaching, undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD) activities and will be supported in taking study leave for professional development. A clinical supervisor will be allocated to help support and mentor the post-holder both clinically and with career development. There are lots of opportunities to get involved in audit and quality improvement projects and participation in monthly governance meetings is encouraged.

The primary responsibility of the post-holder is to work as part of the T&O team to deliver high quality, safe care to our patients. The role involves managing trauma and elective inpatients, supported by daily middle grade and consultant ward rounds and board rounds, reviewing T&O referrals from GP’s and the emergency department supported by seniors and attending theatre and clinic.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.


This advert closes on Wednesday 1 May 2024

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join UHBW as a Consultant in Care of the Elderly. We are committed to improving the way that Weston works – do you want to be a part of the change?

This position will be mainly based at Weston General Hospital which accommodates 252 inpatient beds, an Ambulatory Care Centre and a busy Emergency Department with an award winning embedded Geriatric Emergency Medical Service (GEMS).

We are seeking an enthusiastic Physician to continue the developments within Care of the Elderly to support the Trust in improving how it handles patients arriving for potential admission with the aim of delivering timely safe care as well as increasing the numbers of early discharges. This post holder will be part of the team that supports frailty admissions pathways, including care of medical patients.

What’s in it for you?

Apart from getting work within a talented team in a beautiful part of the country:
• Potential to develop in subspecialty interests
• Relocation support
• Recruitment and Retention Premium up to £15k negotiable
• Work in a state-of-the-art recently refurbished facility
• Cross-site working Weston/Bristol – specific plan to be agreed
• Additional PAs negotiable

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of their CCT.

The trust will fully support candidates looking to attain CESR in the UK. We are proud to support CESR training and are one of the first Trusts to have a CESR champion



The appointee will be responsible for the development of Care of the Elderly services along with their colleagues. The key objectives are to reduce number of unnecessary admissions, develop same day emergency care pathways for the frail elderly, reduce patient length stay and work with system partners to ensure safe discharge to appropriate places of residence. There will be a strong commitment to teaching Junior Staff the principles of management of elderly patients, this will occur as the opportunity arises on a day to day basis with acute patients, as well as dedicated teaching.

Weston General Hospital is embarking on a major transformation with the implementation of the Healthy Weston 2 programme which involves the development of safe, high-quality and sustainable emergency and planned care accessible to the local people.

This is a really exciting time to join the Weston team, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow, personally and professionally, and use your passion to positively shape the future of health and care services within the local communities. Based at a small dynamic hospital in the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare, and only a stones-throw from its two-mile long sandy beach, you will also benefit from being part of a large specialist NHS teaching trust with sites across Bristol and North Somerset.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

This post will help to continue to facilitate the progression of Care of the Elderly services. It is an exciting time to be joining our team – we are ambitious to further develop the model of care for frail elderly patients including our services in areas such as Stroke, Frailty, Orthogeriatrics and Dementia - we are keen to support the successful candidate in specialist interest areas.

At Weston there are 3 WTE Care of the Elderly and Stroke physicians, and on the Bristol Royal Infirmary and South Bristol Community Hospital sites 8.4 WTE. At Weston there is a well-developed front door Geriatric Emergency Medicine Service lead by an Associate Specialist, with Advanced Physiotherapy, nursing and pharmacy input concentrating on admissions avoidance.

The appointment of this position will be part of the 1:11 current consultant on call rota.

The main site for this post at present is Weston General Hospital but as we move to full clinical service integration across UHBW it is anticipated that consultants will have some element of cross-site working to be determined through the job planning process.

For a full details job description please view the attachment to this vacancy


This advert closes on Wednesday 1 May 2024

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Acute Medicine is an essential pillar of urgent care at UHBW. We have ambitious plans to grow the service at Weston General Hospital with the expansion of our Acute Medical Unit, Same Day Emergency Care Unit, and optimising clinical pathways.

You will have a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of the service. You will be joining an enthusiastic, collaborative multi-disciplinary team that is committed to driving forward the Trust vision for Acute Medicine.

Our service is comprised of a 28 bedded Acute Medical Unit (Sandford Ward), Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit, Waterside 16 Bedded General Medicine and the Medical Take in Emergency Department. Part of the Weston General Hospital team, we work closely with colleagues in the Emergency Department, Care of the Elderly, Respiratory Medicine, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Surgical and Trauma & Orthopaedics specialities. We work closely with colleagues within Bristol hospitals and would be happy to review cross site working arrangements.

As well as joining a welcoming, talented team in a beautiful town, we offer:

· Competitive recruitment and retention incentives of up to £15K (pro-rata for fixed term posts)

· Relocation allowance and support of up to £8K (in line with Trust Relocation policy)

· Negotiable job plans up to a maximum of 12PAs

· Ability to pursue specialist interests e.g., research, teaching, leadership, and cross-specialty working.



We welcome applications from candidates on the CESR pathway.

The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and direction for the multi professional team in the management of the acute medical patients. It is expected that they will lead ward rounds, direct the management of patients, perform practical procedures, teach both junior medical and other staff, attend multidisciplinary meetings, take part in the governance activity of the department, participate in the management and administration of the service and liaise with other professionals both within and outside the Trust as required.

University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award-winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the Southwest offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Acute Medicine is comprised of the following:

- 28 inpatient bedded Acute Medical Unit on Sandford Ward. Clinical leadership is provided by Two consultants based on the ward from 09:00-17:00 to complete ward rounds, oversee new admissions and manage referrals.

- Same Day Emergency Unit runs 7 days a week 08:00 to 22:00 alongside the Emergency Department. The Acute Medicine Consultant is present from 09:00 to 17:00 on weekdays to facilitate rapid and early senior review of the patients. The team run a HOT/Bring back clinic within SDEC.

Waterside, 16 Bedded General Medicine Ward, Ward round take place 2-3 time a week but daily board round support.

- Acute Medicine provides leadership of the Acute Medical Take with Acute Medicine consultant leading from 09:00 -17:00 on weekdays based within the Emergency Department.

GIM On-Call element on a 1:11 ratio. This would be on site from 17:00 -19:00 post taking new admissions and non-resident until 08:00.



Additionally, as a team we are committed to offering support with CESR training and Personal Development Plans as detailed within the main Job description. See page 6 & 7 for further information.

We are happy to support applications from individual who want a Less Than Full Time job plan. If you would like to discuss, please contact Dr Bhat for further discussions.


This advert closes on Wednesday 1 May 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Gastroenterology with General (Internal) Medicine at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW). The main site for this post is Weston General Hospital but as we move to full clinical service integration across UHBW, it is anticipated that there will be some element of cross-site working with Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI), to be determined through the job planning process.

The post is advertised as a 10 PA post, but candidates wishing to be considered for a position with additional or fewer sessions are welcome to apply. The appointment of this position will be part of the 1:11 current consultant on call rota.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of their CCT and ideally have NHS experience. However non-UK applicants wishing to apply for specialist registration could be considered on a fixed term basis.

As well as joining a welcoming, talented team in a beautiful town, we offer:

Competitive recruitment and retention incentives of up to £15,000 (pro-rata for fixed term posts)

Relocation allowance and support of up to £8000 (in line with Trust Relocation Policy)

The successful candidate will develop special interests to extend the spectrum of the gastroenterology services offered at Weston, and support services currently being developed in the department. The post holder will undertake a total of two general gastroenterology clinics per week and support the endoscopy service with both upper and lower endoscopy procedures. Weston General Hospital is JAG accredited and is proud to have retained this for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional service. There will be inpatient responsibility for the gastroenterology ward on a 1:3 rotational basis. The post includes a commitment to the emergency endoscopy rota (1:6) plus the G(I)M on-call rota out of hours (1:11).

University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Please refer to the attached job description for further information. Please do not hesitate to contact if you have any issues.


This advert closes on Sunday 5 May 2024

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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.


Band 7 Lead Specialist Screening Practitioner: Bowel Cancer Screening Programme. BCSP.

Full Time 1 year post: 37.5 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday (shift times are 8am-4pm, 8am-6pm, 9am-5pm and 10am -6pm, depending on rota allocation). 9 day working fortnight optional. Hours may change in the future due to service expansion where expected to work some evenings and weekends.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Bristol and Weston Bowel Cancer Screening Centre which covers Bristol and North Somerset, serving a population of over 900,000.

We are looking to recruit for 1 year an enthusiastic and dedicated registered nurse to join our screening team. As the Band 7 Lead Specialist Screening Practitioner (SSP) you will be responsible for ensuring the clinical leadership and direction of the nursing team. We are looking for a candidate with management experience and strong project management skills to implement innovative ways of working to support the team in achieving the quality measures required by the BCSP.

You will employed by University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust and based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary, but you will be required to work across multiple sites, including Bristol Royal Infirmary, South Bristol Community Hospital, Southmead Hospital and possible future working at Weston General Hospital.



We are looking for an experienced hardworking, flexible and committed individual to join our team, providing high quality care to all screening participants. You will be responsible for line managing the band 6 SSPs and supporting them in their duties.

You must be able to work effectively as part of a team, and as an autonomous practitioner managing your own caseload of patients. You will be responsible for undertaking nurse led clinics including patient assessment, provision of information and preparation and support of those undergoing endoscopic or radiological investigations, within the screening programme. The role requires you to communicate and work closely with the wider Multidisciplinary team across different hospital trusts. You must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate sensitive and complex information to both patients and colleagues, including breaking significant news.

Additionally you must have good Information Technology (IT) skills as this post also includes daily data entry into a national screening database. Specialist training will be provided for use of the Bowel Cancer Screening IT system, Open Exeter. Some experience in teaching or health promotion is also an advantage, but not essential. You should also hold a full driving licence, have access to a car and be willing to travel between hospital sites.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Previous experience and knowledge of working in the following areas are desirable but not essential: screening programmes, gastroenterology, endoscopy, pre assessment, or oncology.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.




This advert closes on Wednesday 29 May 2024

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