Welcome to our latest edition of My Download, your go-to round-up of all the latest news and updates. Got something to share with colleagues? As a reminder, the weekly deadline for contributions is now 5pm each Friday, as we start to issue the latest edition each Tuesday. We hope the revised schedule will make a more natural cut off point for submitting your news. To send us your news or for any queries please email: dchst.communications@nhs.net.

Still time to get your flu jab: There is still time to get your flu jab if you haven’t already. We’ll be running our vaccination clinics throughout February and into March so please do take the chance to get vaccinated and help protect yourself, the community and those who rely on our services. Find your closest vaccination clinic here.

Information Governance working from home survey: Please take a few minutes to complete this short, anonymous working from home staff survey to help us improve support for staff working from home. It has 14 questions and takes about three minutes. The results will be shared in upcoming communications. For questions or to request an information governance session, contact dchst.info.gov@nhs.net.

March Schwartz Round: We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming virtual Schwartz Round. A virtual Schwartz Round aims to promote connection, compassion and reflection. They last for an hour and all you need to do is turn up and listen. It even counts as 1 hour CPD and clinical supervision. The next round is Tuesday 24 March, 10.15am - 11.15am, via MS Teams. Click here to book.

Getting over the hump! Looking for a space to connect, have friendly conversation and network? Why not join the next peer support group for men, where you can share experiences and find encouragement amongst others who understand. The next men’s peer support group meeting is Wednesday 4 March and everyone is welcome. Whether you’re seeking advice, friendship, or simply a chance to unwind, we’d love to see you there. No need to book, just come along and bring a mate if you fancy. You can join here.

Are you passionate about mental health and supporting your colleagues? Then why not join our network of mental health champions.

Raise awareness of issues affecting mental health.
Provide low-level support.
Signpost and share resources.
Network and share experiences.
Promote wellbeing.

Join us today and make a difference. Fill out this short form to get started.

Hybrid EDI event: In line with Zero Discrimination Day that takes place this Sunday 1 March, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team will be hosting an event later in the year. This event aims to inspire collective and personal action by helping staff live DCHS values, listen to lived experience, challenge inequality and take practical steps to create safer, more respectful and inclusive workplaces. To maximise attendance, the event will be hybrid. In‑person places are limited to 50, so colleagues are encouraged to join online where possible. You can book your place here. A joining link will be sent ahead of the day. If you’re unable to join virtually, please contact the EDI team at dchst.equality@nhs.net for support

Gender inequality and pensions – webinar: To mark International Women’s Day, this webinar explores the gender pensions gap and the challenges women face in retirement planning. With retired women receiving on average 36.5% (£7,600 a year) less income than men, MoneyHelper pension specialists will explain why the gap exists and what steps can help close it. Open to anyone with a pension, with time for questions. This session on Wednesday 11 March, 2pm –3pm will be recorded for those unable to attend live.

Book your verbal health literacy training – March session now live! Did you know that six out of 10 people in Derbyshire struggle to understand basic health information?
This means that even when we think we’ve shared important details clearly, many people may still walk away confused, worried or unsure of what to do next. If you work directly with patients, service users, carers, families or the public, this session is for you.
Let’s make every conversation count. You can join on Wednesday 11 March, 9.15am –12.30pm.

Infection prevention and control team: In January, the infection, prevention and control team launched their “Poster of the Month” campaign. Their poster for January covered the “5 step cleaning process” .The poster for February continues the cleaning theme but provides advice and information on when and how to use Clinell universal (green wipes). Please note Clinell universal wipes are the DCHS choice of wipe for cleaning surfaces and equipment in clinical areas when the 5-step cleaning process is NOT required. Other cleaning wipes such as Uniwipes may only be used for cleaning in non-clinical areas such as offices. Please print off, laminate and display the poster in your work area and share with colleagues. For further information and advice please contact the team here.

Clinical apprenticeships - closing date 28 February: If you wish to apply for the nursing or allied health professional apprenticeships due to start in autumn 2026, the closing date for applications is 9am on 28 February (This Saturday). You can only apply if your manager has confirmed support and the link to apply is here. For more information contact the Wider Workforce Team at dchst.apprenticeships@nhs.net

Clinical CPD funding 2026-27: Applications for CPD funding for 2026-27 are now open.

There are a couple of drop-in sessions for managers and staff:

Monday 9 March, 1pm - 2pm - join here.

For any queries please contact: DCHST.cpdfunding@nhs.net

Click here to see this week’s leaders' and managers' update. Contact the leadership development team with any queries.

Click here for the latest wellbeing timetable, running up to 31 March. The password is 'frost'.

Click here to see the latest wellbeing updates.

Internal vacancies: Each week the latest vacancies will be advertised here within the new internal vacancies bulletin. Click here to see the full list of latest vacancies.

Expressions of interest welcome for role of chief clinical information officer: An opportunity has arisen for a person with the right skills and experience to take on the role of chief clinical information officer for DCHS. This is an important and influential role as we transition from analogue to digital by default. This role must be delivered within an existing role/job plan and will need line manager discussion and support before applying. The anticipated time commitment is approximately one day a week on average however there will need to be flexibility to deliver requirements. Significant experience as a practising clinician is an essential requirement of the role and applications are welcome from any registered professional background.

Salary - Afc Band 8C or existing pay scale for doctors.

Click here for the job description and person specification. To apply, please submit an expression of interest by email to Ben Pearson outlining how you meet the requirements as outlined in the job description and person specification by Sunday 8 March 2026. Interviews will be held towards the end of March or early April. For further information about this role please contact Dr Ian Lawrence.

Well done to Gemma Del Toro, who works in our Dementia Palliative Care team, and received her 20 years' NHS long service award certificate at one of our recent

#DCHSTTT parties.

Thank you for you long and loyal service Gemma.

#TeamDCHS

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