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Job Title: Specialist Pharmacist – Diabetes and Endocrinology Banding: Band 8a Location: Warrington Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: £34- £36 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a highly experienced and motivated Band 8a Specialist Pharmacist – Diabetes and Endocrinology to join the pharmacy team in Warrington. This specialist role offers the opportunity to provide clinical pharmacy leadership and expert pharmaceutical support to the Diabetes and Endocrinology service while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the Trust. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimising medicines use, supporting complex clinical decision-making, and ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-effective use of medicines within the specialty. The post may also involve providing cross-site support to Halton Hospital where required. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist clinical pharmacy leadership and support to the Diabetes and Endocrinology service. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and medicines use. Provide specialist pharmaceutical advice to clinicians and other healthcare professionals. Undertake medicines reconciliation and comprehensive clinical medication reviews. Support the prescribing, monitoring, and safe use of high-risk medicines. Contribute to the safe and timely discharge of patients. Provide independent prescribing support where appropriately qualified, competent, and authorised. Lead and contribute to medicines optimisation initiatives within the specialty. Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, protocols, and governance processes. Participate in clinical audits and service improvement projects relating to diabetes and endocrinology. Provide education and training to pharmacy, medical, nursing, and allied healthcare staff. Deliver medicines-related education and support to patients and carers. P

Job Title: Specialist Pharmacist – Older Persons Medicine Banding: Band 7 Location: Portsmouth Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: £29–£31 per hour Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 7 Specialist Pharmacist to work within Older Persons Medicine for the pharmacy team in Portsmouth. The role will be working with one of the largest hospitals on the South Coast and offers the opportunity to provide specialist clinical pharmacy services to older patients within a progressive NHS Trust renowned for research, education, and training. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise medicines management, improve patient outcomes, and support high-quality care for older people with complex healthcare needs. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services to older persons medicine wards. Provide expert advice on medicines optimisation, polypharmacy, and complex prescribing. Support safe and effective discharge planning and medicines reconciliation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Contribute to clinical governance, audit, service development, and staff education initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Previous NHS hospital experience working at Band 7 level or equivalent. Strong clinical knowledge of older persons medicine and medicines optimisation. Experience managing complex pharmaceutical care needs and multidisciplinary working. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personali

Occupational Therapist – Specialist Education Setting Location: Wakefield Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Salary: £37,602 - £45,426 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Our client is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their clinical team in Wakefield. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs within a highly supportive specialist education environment. The school is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls with a wide range of complex learning needs, social and emotional difficulties, and challenging behaviours . Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will play a key role in creating therapeutic learning environments that enable pupils to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Deliver individualised, outcome-focused therapeutic programmes based on clinical assessment and formulation. Support educational and residential colleagues in creating therapeutic learning and living environments. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure therapeutic support is embedded throughout the school. Provide consultation, advice, workshops, training, and guidance to education and care staff. Support pupils with developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, and special educational needs. Contribute to the ongoing development of therapeutic services and clinical practice within the school. Help maximise pupil engagement, independence, wellbeing, and participation in education. Requirements: Qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC. Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Experience supporting teams around

Occupational Therapist – Specialist Education Setting Location: Manchester Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Salary: £37,602 - £45,426 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Our client is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their clinical team at a brand-new specialist school opening in September 2026. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to be part of the school's development from the very beginning, helping to shape outstanding therapeutic provision for children and young people with additional needs. The school is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art specialist school that will cater for up to 72 pupils aged 6-16 years with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Individual pupil progress, wellbeing, and care are at the heart of everything the school delivers. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Deliver individualised, outcome-focused therapeutic programmes based on clinical assessment and formulation. Support the creation of therapeutic learning environments that promote engagement, independence, and positive outcomes. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical team alongside educational and residential colleagues. Embed therapeutic approaches and strategies throughout the school environment. Provide consultation, workshops, training, and guidance to education staff and wider teams. Support pupils with developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, and special educational needs. Contribute to the ongoing development of the school's clinical services and therapeutic model. Requirements: HCPC registered Occupational Therapist. Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Experience supporting teams around a child or young person to create clinically informed learning and liv

Occupational Therapist – Specialist Education Setting Location: North Warwickshire Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Salary: £37,602 - £45,426 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Our client is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their clinical team at a specialist independent day school in North Warwickshire. This rewarding role is based across the school's secondary provision, supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech, language and communication needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties . Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering therapeutic support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally. The school's therapeutic approach focuses on creating safe, nurturing environments that promote connection, learning, development, and positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and young people with complex additional needs. Deliver individualised, outcome-focused therapeutic programmes based on clinical assessment and formulation. Support the development of therapeutic learning and living environments across the school. Work collaboratively with education staff, families, and other clinicians to ensure pupils receive joined-up, person-centred support. Embed therapeutic strategies into everyday school practice to maximise engagement, participation, and independence. Deliver consultation, workshops, training, and guidance to educational teams. Contribute to the ongoing development of the clinical service and therapeutic provision. Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold professional standards. Requirements: HCPC registered Occupational Therapist. Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Strong understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions, devel

Job Title: Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Banding: Band 8A Location: Bedford Hospital Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: Competitive (based on experience) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8A Clinical Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team at Bedford Hospital, part of Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This role offers an excellent opportunity to provide advanced clinical pharmacy services within an acute hospital setting, supporting safe, effective, and patient‑centred medicines use. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across inpatient areas, contributing to medicines optimisation, clinical governance, and service development. Key Responsibilities Deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services across designated wards. Provide expert advice on complex medicines management and prescribing decisions. Support medicines optimisation and patient safety initiatives. Contribute to audit, service development, and clinical governance activities. Work collaboratively with MDTs to improve patient outcomes. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Extensive NHS hospital clinical pharmacy experience. Demonstrated ability to work at Band 8A level or equivalent. Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision‑making skills. Experience supporting junior staff and contributing to service improvement. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role,

Job Title: Specialist Clinical Pharmacist – Acute Care & Oncology Location: Manchester Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience, including late shift, on‑call & weekend allowance) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday (part‑time considered) Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Specialist Clinical Pharmacist (Acute Care & Oncology) to join an established pharmacy team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced cancer care and the world’s largest early clinical trials unit. You will deliver high‑quality clinical pharmacy services, supporting oncology and acute care pathways while working within a specialist multidisciplinary environment. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services across oncology and acute care. Support the delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of clinical pharmacy services. Act as a clinical role model and contribute to the supervision and teaching of pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff. Support implementation and optimisation of medicine management systems. Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and protocol/guideline implementation. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). BPharm, MPharm, or BSc in Pharmacy. Postgraduate clinical qualification (e.g., Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy) essential. Acute hospital experience required. Experience in oncology and/or acute medicine highly desirable. Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) desirable. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experienc

Band 7 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Neurological Lead Location: London Borough of Hounslow Contract: Locum Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday) Our client is seeking an experienced Band 7 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic Children’s Therapy Service in Hounslow. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on neurological conditions within a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality care to children and their families across community, school, and clinical settings. Key Responsibilities: Act as the Neurological Lead OT , providing specialist assessment, treatment, and advice for children with complex neurological needs. Lead and develop the Upper Limb Intervention Clinic , including standardized assessments, splint fabrication, and intervention planning. Work within multi-disciplinary diagnostic clinics for babies and young children with emerging neurological conditions. Manage a complex caseload of children with neurological and developmental disabilities across community settings. Provide structured training and advice to parents, carers, and education staff to support functional development and inclusion. Contribute to clinical research, audits, and service development , ensuring evidence-based practice. Offer clinical supervision to junior staff and OT students. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Significant experience in paediatric occupational therapy , with expertise in neurological conditions. Advanced skills in upper limb assessment and intervention , including splinting. Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary working and statutory education processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and clinical reasoning skills. Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to lead and innovate in a specialist neurological service. Collaborative and supportive team environment within a forward-thinking NHS Trust. Commitment to professional development , research, and service improvement.

Occupational Therapist – SEMH Specialist Location: Essex Salary: £36,000 - £38,000 Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to work across two sites in Essex. This role involves providing specialist OT interventions for children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs , supporting their development and participation in education. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions tailored to SEMH needs. Conduct assessments and develop individualized therapy plans. Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and families to embed OT strategies. Provide advice and training to staff on sensory and functional needs. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience working with children and young people in educational settings. Strong understanding of SEMH needs and strategies to support engagement. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work across multiple sites and manage a varied caseload. Why Join Our Client? Competitive salary (£36,000 - £38,000). Opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people. Supportive multidisciplinary team environment. Professional development and training opportunities.

Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – SEND Banding: Equivalent to Band 6/7 (dependent on experience) Location: Sutton, South-West London Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Salary: £43,242 – £51,209 (dependent on experience) Working Hours: Full-time, term-time Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join a multidisciplinary clinical team at a school in Sutton. This independent specialist day school provides high-quality education for children and young people with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues, and associated behavioural challenges. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school offers a supportive and collaborative environment where clinicians play a vital role in improving outcomes for young people. As part of a joined-up clinical model, you will work closely with educational colleagues to create therapeutic living and learning environments, delivering individualised interventions based on clinical assessment and formulation. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist speech and language therapy interventions for children and young people with autism and associated conditions. Support teams around the child to ensure clinically informed environments and experiences. Deliver assessments, therapy plans, and training for staff. Act as a model, guide, and leader within the multidisciplinary team. Contribute to service development and clinical governance initiatives. Qualifications and Experience HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist. Proven experience working with children and young people with complex needs. Ability to deliver therapeutic interventions and support multidisciplinary teams. Strong organisational and leadership skills. Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment co

Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – SEND Banding: Equivalent to Band 6/7 (dependent on experience) Location: Tadworth, Surrey Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent, Term-Time (2 days per week, 14.8 hours) Hourly Rate: Competitive (based on experience) Working Hours: Term-time only, 2 days per week Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join a multidisciplinary clinical team at a school in Tadworth. This independent specialist day school provides high-quality education for children and young people with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues, and associated behavioural challenges. As part of a joined-up clinical model, you will work collaboratively with educational and residential colleagues to create therapeutic living and learning environments. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist speech and language therapy interventions for children and young people with autism and associated conditions. Support teams around the child to ensure clinically informed environments and experiences. Provide assessment, formulation, and individualised therapy plans. Act as a model, guide, and trainer for staff, promoting best practice. Contribute to service development and clinical governance initiatives. Qualifications and Experience HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist. Proven experience working with children and young people with complex needs. Ability to deliver therapeutic interventions and support multidisciplinary teams. Strong organisational and leadership skills. Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to fi

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Specialist Practitioner (Band 6) Salary: Competitive Location: Surrey Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time About Our Client Our client provides a coordinated paediatric occupational therapy service for children and young people aged 0–18 years with significant disabilities and complex health needs. The service supports children in early years settings, mainstream schools, and special schools, focusing on functional difficulties in self-care, school-based activities, mobility, and posture. The aim is to help children achieve their potential in daily living activities through evidence-based interventions and collaborative working. About the Role As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist , you will: Work as an autonomous practitioner across a range of settings. Manage a specialist caseload of children and young people with complex physical, learning, and social needs. Complete functional assessments and write reports for EHCPs and multidisciplinary reviews. Provide specialist advice to other professionals and caregivers. Contribute to the supervision of students and support staff. Participate in audits and service development initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people while working within a supportive multidisciplinary team. About You Qualifications: Diploma/BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy. HCPC registration. Evidence of CPD and relevant specialist training. Skills & Experience: Clinical assessment and intervention experience as an OT. Passion for paediatrics and knowledge of child development and neurodevelopment. Ability to plan, prioritise, and work autonomously. Skilled in preparing clear, multi-agency reports. Knowledge of therapeutic techniques and assessments. Experience with physical and developmental disabilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience supervising students or junior staff. Personal Attributes: Commitm

Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Specialist SEN School Location: Lancashire Contract: Permanent, Full or Part-Time (Term-Time) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible options available) Salary: £37,600 – £45,400 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Our client is seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join their specialist SEN school team. This independent day school provides high-quality education for children and young people, many of whom are autistic and experience high levels of anxiety. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ development, independence, and wellbeing. You’ll work closely with educational and residential colleagues to create therapeutic living and learning environments, deliver individualised interventions, and provide consultation, workshops, and training to staff. Key Responsibilities Deliver occupational therapy interventions tailored to children and young people with autism and complex needs. Complete functional assessments and develop individualised therapy plans. Provide therapeutic input across both group and one-to-one sessions. Support staff teams with strategies to embed therapeutic approaches into daily routines. Contribute to a collaborative, multi-disciplinary model of care and education. Requirements HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Confidence in supporting teams to create clinically informed environments. Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills. Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people. Why Join? Competitive salary aligned to Band 6/7 Agenda for Change . Full school holidays included in your package. Comprehensive induction, supervision, and ongoing clinical development programme. Flexible benefits including medical cover, wellbeing support, and high-street discounts. Beautiful worki

Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Specialist SEN School Location: Hampshire Contract: Permanent, Term-Time (39 weeks per year) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Our client is seeking a dedicated Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join their team within a specialist SEN school. This role involves working with children and young people who all have an ASD diagnosis, some of whom may present with challenging behaviour. The focus is on delivering tailored occupational therapy interventions to support students’ development, independence, and engagement in education. Key Responsibilities Deliver occupational therapy interventions within a specialist school setting. Complete functional assessments and develop individualised therapy plans. Provide sensory integration-based interventions (SI training desirable, but newly qualified SI practitioners welcome). Run group and one-to-one sessions to support fine motor, gross motor, and functional skills. Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routines. Support students in developing independence and confidence in everyday activities. Requirements HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience working with children and young people with ASD. Sensory Integration training desirable (no specific level required). Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a supportive and therapeutic manner. Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with autism. Work in a supportive, specialist school environment with excellent facilities. Competitive salary aligned to Band 6/7 Agenda for Change . Professional development opportunities, including support for sensory integration practice. Collaborative team culture focused on achieving the best outcomes for students.

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist – 0.6 FTE Join a specialist forensic mental health service providing strategic leadership, expert psychiatric oversight, and clinical care. You will act as Responsible Clinician (RC) under the Mental Health Act, delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care to individuals involved with the criminal justice system. You will have RC responsibility for male service users on medium secure wards, with support from a non-consultant grade doctor and secretarial assistance. Team Structure Established multi-professional team Access to a large, supportive peer group of consultants and specialists Key Responsibilities Ensure effective functioning of the Care Programme Approach (CPA) for patients Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care and throughput Escalate concerns regarding medical staff to Medical or Regional Directors as needed Provide clinical leadership and support team-building Contribute to training, education, and development of staff, particularly medical staff Supervise and appraise medical staff as required Represent the medical voice in clinical governance meetings Ensure effective delivery of quality medical services Guide safe and appropriate implementation of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders Support compliance with regulatory standards such as CQC/HIW Requirements MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC registration with licence to practise MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status Specialist Register entry for Forensic Psychiatry highly desirable Experience assessing and managing patients in forensic psychiatric settings Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care What You’ll Get Competitive salary Car allowance 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave (pro-rata for less than full-time) Free meals