Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of community-based healthcare services across Sussex, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports people in their homes and communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and enhance well-being. Their purpose is to offer excellent community health services, promote independence, and integrate care to support patients' needs effectively.

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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Excellent care at the heart of the community.

You need a full driving license and access to a vehicle.

You will manage the AAA screening program, oversee the administration team, process data, liaise with healthcare professionals, and analyze data for quality and service improvements.

Healthcare

Business, Operations & Strategy

We are seeking an enthusiastic and professional full-time Deputy Programme Manager to assist with the day to day operational management of the Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) community screening and surveillance programme for Sussex. The post holder will will work alongside hospital consultants, GPs and other NHS departments to deliver a seamless end-to-end screening service for patients. The position will be based primarily at Durrington Health Centre, Durrington. However, the post holder will be required to travel to other Trust sites, therefore the post holder will need a full driving license and access to a vehicle. Duties Will Include * Directing the day to day running of the AAA screening programme and management of the administration team. * Assisting the programme manager in the management of the Sussex wide screening programme. * Data processing and reporting using a national IT system * Liaising with participants, hospital consultants, General Practitioners and other NHS departments. * Collating and analysing data for quality assessment, audits, service improvement and for national reports. For more detailed information please refer to the job description and personal specification. We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services. Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment. This post may close early if sufficient applications are received. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sam Goode Job title: Programme Manager Email address: samgoode@nhs.net Telephone number: 01903843834

We are seeking an enthusiastic and professional full-time Deputy Programme Manager to assist with the day to day operational management of the Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) community screening and surveillance programme for Sussex.The post holder will will work alongside hospital consultants, GPs and other NHS departments to deliver a seamless end-to-end screening service for patients.The position will be based primarily at Durrington Health Centre, Durrington. However, the post holder will be required to travel to other Trust sites, therefore the post holder will need a full driving license and access to a vehicle.Duties Will Include * Directing the day to day running of the AAA screening programme and management of the administration team. * Assisting the programme manager in the management of the Sussex wide screening programme. * Data processing and reporting using a national IT system * Liaising with participants, hospital consultants, General Practitioners and other NHS departments. * Collating and analysing data for quality assessment, audits, service improvement and for national reports.      For more detailed information please refer to the job description and personal specification.We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast      Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sam Goode Job title: Programme Manager Email address: samgoode@nhs.net Telephone number: 01903843834

Deputy Programme Manager - Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking an enthusiastic and professional full-time Deputy Programme Manager to assist with the day to day operational management of the Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) community screening and surveillance programme for Sussex.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holder will will work alongside hospital consultants, GPs and other NHS departments to deliver a seamless end-to-end screening service for patients.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The position will be based primarily at Durrington Health Centre, Durrington. However, the post holder will be required to travel to other Trust sites, therefore the post holder will need a full driving license and access to a vehicle.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Duties Will Include&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Directing the day to day running of the AAA screening programme and management of the administration team.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assisting the programme manager in the management of the Sussex wide screening programme. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Data processing and reporting using a national IT system&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaising with participants, hospital consultants, General Practitioners and other NHS departments.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collating and analysing data for quality assessment, audits, service improvement and for national reports. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;For more detailed information please refer to the job description and personal specification.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why work for us?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Excellent training, development, and research opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Active EMBRACE, Disability &amp;amp; Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion &amp;amp; Belief networks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Our values&lt;/strong&gt;—&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;—guide everything we do.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sam Goode Job title: Programme Manager Email address: samgoode@nhs.net Telephone number: 01903843834

Deputy Programme Manager

You need a UK Driving Licence, a car for work, and at least 2 years of UK driving experience. Training for clinical competencies will be provided.

You will assist with clinical procedures, empower patients, maintain accurate records, report to seniors, collaborate with teams, and uphold equality and confidentiality in care.

Brighton & Hove

Would you be the person to complement our team? Are you someone who would excel in this role? The HCA role requires the holder to have many clinical competencies of which training would be provided. These include skilled in administration of insulin, administration of low molecular injections, venepuncture, bladder and bowel monitoring and uncomplicated urethral catheterisations, This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who thinks they would suit the above and also consider this as the start of a career in community nursing Please only consider applying if you have a UK Driving Licence, a car available for work and have at least 2 years of experience driving in UK. “Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role." * To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, Catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task. * Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi professional Team. * Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided. * To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy. * To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members * To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs. * To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs * To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies. * To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process. * To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services. Why work for us? * Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment. This post may close early if sufficient applications are received. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jo Lewis Job title: Clinical Nurse Lead Email address: joanne.lewis1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07795453399 Alternatively you can contact the team on the generic email if you have questions or would like to visit pre submission of application. Ask for one of the Clinical Nurse Leads- Jo, Amanda, Tracey or Laura sc-tr.adurpcncommunityteam@nhs.net

Would you be the person to complement our team? Are you someone who would excel in this role?The HCA role requires the holder to have many clinical competencies of which training would be provided.These include skilled in administration of insulin, administration of low molecular injections, venepuncture, bladder and bowel monitoring and uncomplicated urethral catheterisations,This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who thinks they would suit the above and also consider this as the start of a career in community nursingPlease only consider applying if you have a UK Driving Licence, a car available for work and have at least 2 years of experience driving in UK.“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role." * To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, Catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task. * Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi professional Team. * Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided. * To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy. * To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members * To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs. * To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs * To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies. * To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process. * To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated      We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.Why work for us? * Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast      Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jo Lewis Job title: Clinical Nurse Lead Email address: joanne.lewis1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07795453399Alternatively you can contact the team on the generic email if you have questions or would like to visit pre submission of application.Ask for one of the Clinical Nurse Leads- Jo, Amanda, Tracey or Laurasc-tr.adurpcncommunityteam@nhs.net

Health Care Assistant - Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Would you be the person to complement our team? Are you someone who would excel in this role?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The HCA role requires the holder to have many clinical competencies of which training would be provided.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;These include skilled in administration of insulin, administration of low molecular injections, venepuncture, bladder and bowel monitoring and uncomplicated urethral catheterisations,&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who thinks they would suit the above and also consider this as the start of a career in community nursing&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Please only consider applying if you have a UK Driving Licence, a car available for work and have at least 2 years of experience driving in UK.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;gov.uk website&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, Catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi professional Team.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why work for us?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Excellent training, development, and research opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Active EMBRACE, Disability &amp;amp; Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion &amp;amp; Belief networks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Our values&lt;/strong&gt;—&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;—guide everything we do.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jo Lewis Job title: Clinical Nurse Lead Email address: joanne.lewis1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07795453399&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Alternatively you can contact the team on the generic email if you have questions or would like to visit pre submission of application.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Ask for one of the Clinical Nurse Leads- Jo, Amanda, Tracey or Laura&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;sc-tr.adurpcncommunityteam@nhs.net

Health Care Assistant

You must have strong organizational skills, experience in contract management, excellent relationship-building abilities, and knowledge of NHS standards and asset management.

You will manage procurement, analyze contract performance, oversee finances, maintain accurate data, support audits, and collaborate on developing Estates services.

Logistics

Facilities Management

We’re looking for a skilled and organised Estates Contracts Manager to lead on the management of third-party contracts across our Estates services at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust. In this key role, you’ll oversee a wide range of Estates-related maintenance contracts, from fire safety systems to medical equipment servicing, ensuring service providers deliver safe, compliant and high-quality work. You’ll be the main point of contact for contractors, working closely with colleagues across Estates, Procurement, Governance and Clinical teams to monitor contract performance, lead on procurement processes, and support the long-term management and replacement of key assets. You’ll also play a vital part in aligning Estates contract outcomes with national standards, NHS guidance, and regulatory frameworks including the Premises Assurance Model (PAM) and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements. Our sites span across Sussex, and we offer flexibility with your base location—this role can be based at one of several sites across the county. Responsibilities This is a senior role, with responsibility for developing and overseeing Estates contracts that support the safety, functionality and compliance of the Trust’s buildings and equipment. Key responsibilities include: * Leading on the procurement, performance monitoring and review of all Estates Mechanical, Electrical and Clinical Engineering contracts * Building strong working relationships with contractors and service users across the Trust * Analysing contract performance using KPIs and service reports, and providing assurance through reporting to Estates and Medical Device committees * Managing contract finances, including delegated budgets and authorising payments * Designing and implementing long-term maintenance and replacement programmes * Ensuring that data on assets and maintenance records is accurate and up to date * Supporting audit and compliance work * Supporting development of Estates services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape how we deliver and manage Estates services across Sussex. We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services. Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment. This post may close early if sufficient applications are received. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jenny Dunphy Job title: Associate Director of Estates Email address: jennifer.dunphy@nhs.net Telephone number: 07484 902435

We’re looking for a skilled and organised Estates Contracts Manager to lead on the management of third-party contracts across our Estates services at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.In this key role, you’ll oversee a wide range of Estates-related maintenance contracts, from fire safety systems to medical equipment servicing, ensuring service providers deliver safe, compliant and high-quality work. You’ll be the main point of contact for contractors, working closely with colleagues across Estates, Procurement, Governance and Clinical teams to monitor contract performance, lead on procurement processes, and support the long-term management and replacement of key assets.You’ll also play a vital part in aligning Estates contract outcomes with national standards, NHS guidance, and regulatory frameworks including the Premises Assurance Model (PAM) and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.Our sites span across Sussex, and we offer flexibility with your base location—this role can be based at one of several sites across the county.ResponsibilitiesThis is a senior role, with responsibility for developing and overseeing Estates contracts that support the safety, functionality and compliance of the Trust’s buildings and equipment. Key responsibilities include: * Leading on the procurement, performance monitoring and review of all Estates Mechanical, Electrical and Clinical Engineering contracts * Building strong working relationships with contractors and service users across the Trust * Analysing contract performance using KPIs and service reports, and providing assurance through reporting to Estates and Medical Device committees * Managing contract finances, including delegated budgets and authorising payments * Designing and implementing long-term maintenance and replacement programmes * Ensuring that data on assets and maintenance records is accurate and up to date * Supporting audit and compliance work * Supporting development of Estates services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders      This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape how we deliver and manage Estates services across Sussex.We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast      Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jenny Dunphy Job title: Associate Director of Estates Email address: jennifer.dunphy@nhs.net Telephone number: 07484 902435

Estates Contracts Manager - Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

We’re looking for a skilled and organised &lt;strong&gt;Estates Contracts Manager&lt;/strong&gt; to lead on the management of third-party contracts across our Estates services at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In this key role, you’ll oversee a wide range of Estates-related maintenance contracts, from fire safety systems to medical equipment servicing, ensuring service providers deliver safe, compliant and high-quality work. You’ll be the main point of contact for contractors, working closely with colleagues across Estates, Procurement, Governance and Clinical teams to monitor contract performance, lead on procurement processes, and support the long-term management and replacement of key assets.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You’ll also play a vital part in aligning Estates contract outcomes with national standards, NHS guidance, and regulatory frameworks including the Premises Assurance Model (PAM) and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our sites span across Sussex, and we offer flexibility with your base location—this role can be based at one of several sites across the county.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;This is a senior role, with responsibility for developing and overseeing Estates contracts that support the safety, functionality and compliance of the Trust’s buildings and equipment. Key responsibilities include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leading on the procurement, performance monitoring and review of all Estates Mechanical, Electrical and Clinical Engineering contracts &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building strong working relationships with contractors and service users across the Trust &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analysing contract performance using KPIs and service reports, and providing assurance through reporting to Estates and Medical Device committees &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Managing contract finances, including delegated budgets and authorising payments &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Designing and implementing long-term maintenance and replacement programmes &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensuring that data on assets and maintenance records is accurate and up to date &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting audit and compliance work &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting development of Estates services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape how we deliver and manage Estates services across Sussex.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why work for us?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Excellent training, development, and research opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Active EMBRACE, Disability &amp;amp; Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion &amp;amp; Belief networks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Our values&lt;/strong&gt;—&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;—guide everything we do.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jenny Dunphy Job title: Associate Director of Estates Email address: jennifer.dunphy@nhs.net Telephone number: 07484 902435

Estates Contracts Manager

You must perform non-complex clinical tasks, empower patients, maintain accurate records, collaborate with teams, adapt to needs, commit to training, handle complaints, assist with care, and promote equality.

You will assist with clinical tasks, empower patients, maintain records, report progress, support team efforts, and uphold equality and confidentiality in patient care.

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who has a passion for delivering high quality care within a community setting. They will be working within the Horsham Primary Care Network (PCN) Community Team. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for a career within healthcare, or an existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who wants to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within the community. Community and healthcare experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be given to develop the skills and knowledge required for this role such as insulin administration, wound care, completing observations, catheter care and venepuncture. “Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role." * To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task. * Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi Professional Team. * Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided. * To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy. * To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members * To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs. * To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs * To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies. * To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process. * To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times. We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services. Why work for us? * Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support * Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county * Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options * Excellent training and development opportunities * Research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton * Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks * Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces * Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA) * Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast * Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Francesca Sandilands Job title: Operational Team lead Email address: francesca.sandilands@nhs.net Telephone number: 07984 918466 Visits to the team are welcomed.

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who has a passion for delivering high quality care within a community setting. They will be working within the Horsham Primary Care Network (PCN) Community Team.This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for a career within healthcare, or an existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who wants to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within the community. Community and healthcare experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be given to develop the skills and knowledge required for this role such as insulin administration, wound care, completing observations, catheter care and venepuncture.“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role." * To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task. * Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi Professional Team. * Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided. * To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy. * To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members * To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs. * To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs * To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies. * To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process. * To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated      We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.Why work for us? * Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support * Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county * Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options * Excellent training and development opportunities * Research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton * Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks * Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces * Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA) * Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast * Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff      For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Francesca Sandilands Job title: Operational Team lead Email address: francesca.sandilands@nhs.net Telephone number: 07984 918466Visits to the team are welcomed.

Community Healthcare Assistant - Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who has a passion for delivering high quality care within a community setting. They will be working within the Horsham Primary Care Network (PCN) Community Team.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for a career within healthcare, or an existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who wants to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within the community. Community and healthcare experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be given to develop the skills and knowledge required for this role such as insulin administration, wound care, completing observations, catheter care and venepuncture.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;gov.uk website&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi Professional Team.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti discriminatory practices are demonstrated&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Why work for us?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture &amp;amp; leadership, and staff wellbeing support&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent training and development opportunities &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Research opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Francesca Sandilands Job title: Operational Team lead Email address: francesca.sandilands@nhs.net Telephone number: 07984 918466&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Visits to the team are welcomed.

Community Healthcare Assistant

You need clinical expertise, the ability to design and adapt equipment, strong engineering skills, and the capability to advise on technical aspects of communication aids.

You will assess communication disabilities, develop specialized AAC equipment, ensure its functionality, and provide guidance and documentation on technical use across diverse locations.

Science

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Chailey Communication Aid Service (CCAS) for an experienced Clinical Scientist. We are looking for someone to join us with a passion for clinical work and a commitment to facilitate communicative independence for our highly specialist and complex caseload. We work with children, young people and adults across all of Sussex (including Brighton and Hove) and Surrey, who have been referred to us due to complex communication and access challenges. You will work effectively as a member of the CCAS team to ensure safe and efficient provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). You will undertake and where relevant lead highly specialised assessments of children, young people and adults with diverse or complex communication disabilities and use specialist analysis, clinical reasoning, listening skills to determine their requirements. Clinics and interventions will take place at Chailey Clinical services and across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Brighton and Hove as required. You will need to take account of the medical, therapeutic, nursing and other requirements relevant to the equipment to be produced/provided and to have adequate clinical knowledge to understand the usage implications of the devices in question. Our Clinical Scientist needs to be able to independently formulate and design, develop and manufacture novel equipment or adapt and modify existing equipment to help solve individual problems where standard equipment does not meet the client’s needs. You will use sound engineering techniques and other specialised practices to develop the equipment required and to seek advice when in doubt. You will need to be responsible for the engineering and functional competence of the equipment produced and to seek advice when in doubt. It will be important to be able to advise all concerned and produce the necessary documentation on the technical aspects of the use of the equipment produced. We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services. Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment. This post may close early if sufficient applications are received. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Samantha Mickelwright Job title: Clinical Scientist Email address: samantha.mickelwright@nhs.net Telephone number: 01825 721506

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Chailey Communication Aid Service (CCAS) for an experienced Clinical Scientist. We are looking for someone to join us with a passion for clinical work and a commitment to facilitate communicative independence for our highly specialist and complex caseload.We work with children, young people and adults across all of Sussex (including Brighton and Hove) and Surrey, who have been referred to us due to complex communication and access challenges.You will work effectively as a member of the CCAS team to ensure safe and efficient provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).You will undertake and where relevant lead highly specialised assessments of children, young people and adults with diverse or complex communication disabilities and use specialist analysis, clinical reasoning, listening skills to determine their requirements. Clinics and interventions will take place at Chailey Clinical services and across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Brighton and Hove as required.You will need to take account of the medical, therapeutic, nursing and other requirements relevant to the equipment to be produced/provided and to have adequate clinical knowledge to understand the usage implications of the devices in question.Our Clinical Scientist needs to be able to independently formulate and design, develop and manufacture novel equipment or adapt and modify existing equipment to help solve individual problems where standard equipment does not meet the client’s needs.You will use sound engineering techniques and other specialised practices to develop the equipment required and to seek advice when in doubt. You will need to be responsible for the engineering and functional competence of the equipment produced and to seek advice when in doubt. It will be important to be able to advise all concerned and produce the necessary documentation on the technical aspects of the use of the equipment produced.We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.Why work for us? * Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing * Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex * Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement * Excellent training, development, and research opportunities * Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton * Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks * Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust * Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast      Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Samantha Mickelwright Job title: Clinical Scientist Email address: samantha.mickelwright@nhs.net Telephone number: 01825 721506

Clinical Scientist - Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Chailey Communication Aid Service (CCAS) for an experienced Clinical Scientist. We are looking for someone to join us with a passion for clinical work and a commitment to facilitate communicative independence for our highly specialist and complex caseload.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We work with children, young people and adults across all of Sussex (including Brighton and Hove) and Surrey, who have been referred to us due to complex communication and access challenges.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will work effectively as a member of the CCAS team to ensure safe and efficient provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will undertake and where relevant lead highly specialised assessments of children, young people and adults with diverse or complex communication disabilities and use specialist analysis, clinical reasoning, listening skills to determine their requirements. Clinics and interventions will take place at Chailey Clinical services and across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Brighton and Hove as required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will need to take account of the medical, therapeutic, nursing and other requirements relevant to the equipment to be produced/provided and to have adequate clinical knowledge to understand the usage implications of the devices in question.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Clinical Scientist needs to be able to independently formulate and design, develop and manufacture novel equipment or adapt and modify existing equipment to help solve individual problems where standard equipment does not meet the client’s needs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will use sound engineering techniques and other specialised practices to develop the equipment required and to seek advice when in doubt. You will need to be responsible for the engineering and functional competence of the equipment produced and to seek advice when in doubt. It will be important to be able to advise all concerned and produce the necessary documentation on the technical aspects of the use of the equipment produced.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why work for us?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Excellent training, development, and research opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Active EMBRACE, Disability &amp;amp; Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion &amp;amp; Belief networks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Our values&lt;/strong&gt;—&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;—guide everything we do.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Samantha Mickelwright Job title: Clinical Scientist Email address: samantha.mickelwright@nhs.net Telephone number: 01825 721506

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

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