Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust

10/09/2025

Congratulations to Hayley Dicker, Bedford CCN team, for successfully completing her Pg Dip specialist Children's Community Nursing Practitioner Qualification.

Hayley was seconded by CCS to undertake the course at the University of Hertfordshire and has also been awarded the Dame Elizabeth Fradd Memorial Prize for outstanding student for the Specialist Practice Qualification in Community Children’s Nursing at UoH.

Hayley had a beautiful sunny day last Friday for her graduation ceremony at St Albans Cathedral. This is an intensive year long course developing her knowledge and understanding in Policy and practice, Leadership and management, Health Needs Assessment, Long Term Conditions, V300 Non-Medical prescribing and Research in practice.

We are immensely proud of her and wish her continued success in her career. She is now able to use the title Specialist CCN and will be our local lead for Paediatric palliative care pathways.

19/08/2025

By joining CCS you will be part of a workplace where your contributions are valued, your wellbeing is prioritised, and you’re surrounded by a supportive team that truly cares.

Find out more here - https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers/kind-and-supportive-workplace/

14/08/2025

Kind and supportive workplace.

Our people are central to our success, and we prioritise mental wellbeing and inclusivity in every aspect of our work. We’re proud to be consistently recognised for our compassion, transparency and commitment to treating everyone as both a valued team member and a unique individual. Through regular communication, staff events, and opportunities to connect, we create a genuine sense of fellowship and teamwork.

In this video Samina - Practice Lead and Health Visitor talks about our Cultural Diversity Network where staff can discuss their needs and receive support.

You can find out more about what makes CCS a kind and supportive workplace here - https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers/kind-and-supportive-workplace/

12/08/2025

Avoid extreme physical exertion during the hot weather. If you can’t avoid strenuous
outdoor activity, keep it for cooler parts of the day such as early morning or evening

12/08/2025

Your community, your career - your next step.

At our Trust, you’ll find opportunities to advance while enjoying the unique benefits of community-based roles, such as meaningful patient relationships, making your own decisions and a healthier work-life balance.

We’re also proud to offer a workplace that’s secure and rewarding. Many of our colleagues choose to stay with us throughout their careers - some have been with us for 25, 35 and even 45 years. Their loyalty is a testament to the supportive culture we've built and the lasting impact of the work we do.

Find out more - https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers/room-to-grow/

11/08/2025

Our mission is to create an environment where all people feel seen, heard, involved and supported. So we're delighted to be shortlisted for a HSJ award for developing an open supportive culture where everyone can belong and thrive.

07/08/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Mani Sharma to our Board as a Non-Executive Director from 1 September 2025. Mani will also chair our Finance and Infrastructure Committee.

He brings extensive finance and business strategy experience from senior roles at AstraZeneca, Pfizer, and GSK, and a strong track record in leading global teams through growth and change.

Group Chair Lynda Thomas said: “Mani’s experience and expertise will be invaluable in supporting sustainable, high-quality services for our patients and communities.”

Welcome, Mani!

06/08/2025

How our service can help you Ely Minor Injury Unit (MIU) will be closed on Thurs (7 Aug) from 1pm to 6pm for staff training and development. It will reopen as usual on Fri (8 Aug). Wisbech and Doddington MIUs are open as usual. Call 111 or your GP if you require assistance, and for medical emergenci...

04/08/2025

In our latest recruitment video, Sarah Sharpe, Community Children's Nurse, talks about how flexible working has helped to balance work and home life.

Life doesn't always fit a strict 9 to 5 schedule and at CCS, we support our people by offering flexible working.

Find out more - https://www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk/careers/flexible-working/

29/07/2025

During strike action by resident doctors (from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am on Wednesday 30 July) please be aware:

- If you haven't been contacted to reschedule your hospital appointment then please attend as normal.
- A&E departments will still be open so do still get medical help in emergency and serious life or limb threatening cases.
- GP practices will continue to be open as normal during the resident doctors strike. Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments, unless you are contacted and told otherwise.
- Continue to use 111, minor injury units or urgent treatment centres for urgent medical help.

28/07/2025

From 25 - 30 July, some services may be affected due to strike action. If we have not contacted you, please attend your appointment as planned. Please continue to come forward for NHS care - if you need medical help use 111 online, and in emergencies, please call 999.

28/07/2025

Great news for any families needing to catch up on any missed childhood vaccinations.

During August there are lots of opportunities to catch up on missed vaccinations in Ely. You don't have to live in Ely to use these walk-in clinics and all the vaccinations are free.
East Cambs Child and Family Centres