Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with RCSLT & HCPC
• Post graduate or equivalent specialist training in Autism

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to develop and implement training to professionals and parents/carers
• Knowledge and understanding of use of digital tools to support therapy

Experience

Essential

• Proven leadership/management experience
• Experience of managing large and complex caseload independently

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Child Development Centre

Ross Road

Hereford

HR2 7RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Functional Skills (level 2) or Maths & English GCSE (grades 9-4 or A*-C)
• 3 A-Levels or Health and Science T-Level or equivalent level 3 qualification(s)
• OR as a level 3 apprenticeship (e.g. Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship (or other level 3 qualification pathway)
• OR equivalent clinical experience/expertise within AHP profession underpinned by theoretical and practical experience

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of specific relevant patient conditions and therapy interventions acquired through training or experience
• Demonstration of knowledge of core Physiotherapy and or Occupational Therapy skills
• Evidence of ongoing CPD in relevant area
• Experience of multi-disciplinary assessments and record keeping
• Basic Computer Skills including word processing and e-mail
• Able to make clinical judgements without direct supervision
• Able to manage busy case load
• Ability to work independently (under guidance) using own knowledge skills and initiative acknowledging role boundaries

Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 3 or equivalent within relevant therapy.
• NHS or equivalent experience e.g. in inpatient areas, acute or community or community services
• Experience of using /fitting adaptive equipment

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism within the environment that they are working
• Able to demonstrate awareness of own limitations and need to ask for help
• Evidence of ability to communicate and work with team
• Ability to adapt and to needs of the service
• Shows evidence of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence
• Reliable

Other Factors

Essential

• Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of post
• Able to meet moving and handling requirements of post
• Able to deal sensitively and safely with blood and bodily fluids

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Stonebow Road

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Associate NEM acts as a member of the ICBs Audit Committees which meet in common and may undertake roles on other committees or sub-committees of the ICBs. They are expected to attend meetings of the Boards and Board development sessions.

The Associate NEM will:

Work collaboratively to shape the long-term, viable plan for the delivery of the functions, duties and objectives of the ICBs and the ICB cluster and for the stewardship of public money.

Ensure that Committees are effective in all aspects and are appropriately focused on the four core purposes, to:

1. improve outcomes in population health and healthcare;
2. tackle inequalities in outcomes, experience and access;
3. enhance productivity and value for money; and
4. help the NHS support broader social and economic development.

Bring independent and respectful challenge to the plans, aims and priorities of the cluster as well as individual ICBs.

Promote open and transparent decision-making that facilitates consensus aimed to deliver exceptional outcomes for the population.

Help ensure that the ICBs are compliant with their constitutions and contractual obligations, holding other members of the ICBs to account through constructive, independent, and respectful challenge.

Maintain oversight of the delivery of ICBs and clusters plans, ensuring expected outcomes are delivered in a timely manner through the proportionate management of risks.

Support the ICBs to deliver their functions in line with all of their statutory duties, and that compliance with the expected standards of the regulatory bodies is maintained.

Accountability

The Associate NEM will:

Be accountable to the ICB Chair.

Have designated areas of responsibilities as agreed with the ICB Chair.

Support the ICBs to ensure corporate accountability for the performance of the cluster, ensuring its functions, along with those of each individual ICB, are effectively and efficiently discharged and financial obligations are met.

Role Responsibilities & Competencies

The Associate NEM will work alongside the Chair, Non-Executives and Executives in:

• Delivering governance and oversight through membership of committee(s) of the ICBs.
• Bringing independent and respectful challenge to the plans, aims and priorities of the ICBs.
• Promoting open and transparent decision-making that facilitates consensus aimed to deliver exceptional outcomes for the population.

They will bring a range of professional expertise as well as community understanding and lived experience to the work of the Committees.

As an NHS leader, they will also demonstrate the following range of leadership competencies:

1. Driving high-quality and sustainable outcomes
2. Setting strategy and delivering long-term transformation
3. Promoting equality and inclusion, and reducing health and workforce inequalities
4. Providing robust governance and assurance
5. Creating a compassionate, just and positive culture
6. Building trusted relationships with partners and communities

Role Requirements

Qualified Accountant (desirable)

Current CCAB registration (desirable)

Time commitment

There is considerable flexibility with regards to undertaking these roles. On average, the anticipated time commitment is minimum 3 days a month, including preparation time, the occasional evening engagement and events designed to support Board members continuous development. Wednesday is the day when most formal meetings will be held so applicants must be available to attend meetings on this day.

Travel

Vast majority of Board and committee meetings will be held online. Board development sessions and some other ad hoc meetings and events will be held in person somewhere within the cluster area.

Term of office

The term of office will be 2 years initially; however, this may be shorter due to changes resulting from the potential merger and/or legislative changes.

Remuneration

The basic remuneration for this post will be £12,000 with pa. The NEM Appointments and Remuneration panel may decide to award supplementary payments for additional responsibilities. Such responsibilities will be determined post-appointment.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Have an excellent working knowledge of audit committee practices and risk management frameworks.
• Strong ability to remain independent, impartial and objective at all times.
• Ability to advocate the interests of both ICBs independently as and when required.
• Demonstrate independent and proactive leadership with confidence and integrity.
• Champion open, frank and disciplined discussion and be prepared to ask the difficult questions.
• Ability to remain strategic.

Qualifications

Desirable

• Qualified Accountant (desirable)
• Current CCAB registration (desirable)

Experience

Essential

• Have experience operating at senior or board level.
• Have recent, relevant finance, governance or audit experience in a large and complex organisation, preferably in a public sector setting.
• Have an excellent working knowledge of audit committee practices and risk management frameworks.

Desirable

• Experience of chairing skills.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Coventry & Warwickshire Integrated Care Board

Address

Westgate House

Market Street

Warwick

Warwickshire

CV34 4DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.happyhealthylives.uk/integrated-care-board/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• Post Graduate specialist qualification/significant post graduate experience

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Broad and specialist knowledge of relevant patient conditions and therapy interventions
• Demonstration of knowledge of core and specialist Therapy skills
• Evidence of ongoing CPD in relevant area
• Experience of multi-disciplinary communication, assessments and record keeping
• Computer Skills including word processing and e-mail

Experience

Essential

• NHS or equivalent experience e.g. in inpatient areas, acute or community or community services
• Experience of using/fitting adaptive equipment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Vaughan Building

Ruckhall lane, Belmont

Hereford

HR1 9RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification to degree level or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• Post Graduate specialist qualification/significant post graduate experience

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Broad and specialist knowledge of relevant patient conditions and therapy interventions
• Demonstration of knowledge of core and specialist Therapy skills
• Evidence of ongoing CPD in relevant area
• Experience of multi-disciplinary communication, assessments and record keeping
• Computer Skills including word processing and e-mail

Experience

Essential

• NHS or equivalent experience e.g. in inpatient areas, acute or community or community services
• Experience of using/fitting adaptive equipment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Strong IT skills and knowledge, particularly Microsoft Office
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage workload without supervision
• Knowledge and experience with health record systems, particularly Maxims.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience with health record systems
• Previous NHS/healthcare experience

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 in Customer Services, Business Administration or equivalent experience
• Good general education including GCSE in English and Mathematics or equivalent

Experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS/healthcare experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Audiology Department, The County Hospital

Union Walk

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Desirable

• IT Qualification

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Time Management
• Problem solving
• Verbal and written communication

Experience

Essential

• Computer literate

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full job description is attached to this advert.

In summary:-

Work autonomously and be accountable for his/her own professional actions

Undertake clinical nursing practice at an advanced level using expert knowledge and clinical skills to deliver holistic care to people accessing primary care services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• This position requires a master's or equivalent qualification that includes the following four pillars:
• Clinical Practice
• Leadership and management
• Education and research
• And a demonstration of core capabilities and specific clinical competence

Desirable

• Applicant to have good communication skills and work well as a team player

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a General Practice setting

Prescribing

Essential

• Prescribing qualification is essential to the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Brewood Medical Practice

Address

Kiddemore Green Road

Brewood

Stafford

ST19 9BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.brewoodsurgery.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Quality Improvement:

To lead and support quality improvement projects within clinical teams

To support the develop of and maintain the audit and quality improvement plan

To undertake clinical audits

To present findings of audits undertaken at identified groups and directorate meetings

To ensure all quality improvement projects and audits are correctly registered with the audit department

Work closely with the audit department to ensure audit tools are robust and include explicit criteria relevant to each audit

To analyse the audit data and develop recommendations

To understand all national initiatives and assist in the implementation in order to influence patient care and service delivery

To be aware of and support local research projects as applicable

Develop and maintain up to date IT systems and databases relevant to your role

Clinical Effectiveness:

Maintain accurate, up to date records of all maternity guidelines

Co-ordinate the development and updating of all guidelines and patient information leaflets within the maternity footprint

Ensure policies are in the correct format and follow the appropriate approval process

Identify any gaps of non-compliance to the maternity guidelines from national standards

Where agreed recommendations are made from clinical audit relevant guidance is updated and changes in practice are implemented

To provide clinical and educational support for all levels of staff in the department

Help deliver a varied and interesting mandatory training programme

Understand national drivers influencing maternity education and how they apply to the SWFT maternity education programme

Participate in the programme of cascade training to help foster a learning culture within the workplace and embed into practice

Provide educational and project support in the clinical environment to all registered clinicians to help increase education of CTGs and peer reviewing

Provide a resource for support for the Band 5 midwifery preceptor programme

Support planning, developing and delivering the programme of work relating to the Maternity Information System throughout the Maternity Service

To ensure and facilitate in meeting the training needs of student midwives by providing a suitable learning environment and by engaging in clinical teaching where appropriate

Train staff in the use of relevant technologies as required and coach staff in the use of technology with clients/ parents

Develop and update MIS lesson plans for all users alongside the training team

Develop crib sheets for MIS users

Identify any clinical benefits and financial saving opportunities that arise from MIS

Manage user accounts ensuring the correct permissions are given

Liaise with the IT department and infrastructure engineer

Prepare draft reports and action plans for trust and local level committees as required

To provide a visible, accessible and authoritative presence in the maternity unit to whom staff, patients and their families can turn to for assistance, advice and support

To develop good working relationships with other ward / departments / agencies within and outside the Trust, ensuring that all stakeholders understand, respect and recognise the Trusts philosophy and operational policies

Attend all meetings relevant to the post relating to governance Ensure and facilitate robust methods of evidence collection for CQC requirements

Complete clinical midwifery shifts in all areas of maternity service when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Register Midwife with significant clinical experience

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching and Assessor Qualification
• Evidence of Quality Improvement working or training

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience
• Experience of providing education or training sessions

Desirable

• Quality improvement experience

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of national initiatives within maternity
• Research / audit awareness
• Communication skills within MDT
• Able to work on own initiative and within team

Desirable

• Experience of working with clinical guidelines

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Personal and professional maturity
• Good time management and able to prioritise work load.
• Recognition of own limitations
• Demonstrates enthusiasm
• Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, deploy and support secure, accessible and reliable applications, using modern technologies, APIs and AI-enabled solutions, while following agreed development, UI/UX, testing, documentation, monitoring and governance standards.

• Plan and deliver application improvements in collaboration with stakeholders and colleagues, covering requirements, estimation, prioritisation, reporting, risk management, service improvement, knowledge sharing, coaching and continuous professional development.

Please see the full Job Description for further details about the role and its requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to degree level (computer/computing science) or equivalent level of qualification in IT/Digital, or equivalent level of experience. Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in relevant fields (e.g. application development, testing/quality, secure development, or AI-enabled delivery).

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant certifications or structured learning (e.g. Microsoft/.NET, Azure fundamentals, security, testing, or similar). Evidence of learning in AI-assisted development and/or safe use of AI services/endpoints in application features.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with industry standard coding languages / software development platforms. Experience designing, developing and supporting applications in a complex environment. Experience working with complex datasets, including designing queries and handling data quality issues. Experience designing, developing and querying large databases (e.g. SQL Server or equivalent). Experience of documenting solutions and system dependencies (e.g. requirements, technical notes, runbooks, release notes). Understanding of exceptions and error handling approaches in application services. Awareness of change impact and the need to update existing applications and dependent services. Experience of system management and support (e.g. supporting live applications, troubleshooting and assisting with releases).

Desirable

• NHS or public sector experience (or evidence of working in regulated environments). Experience building modern web applications and APIs using the Trust's core technology stack: .NET (C#), SQL Server, React, TypeScript, HTML and CSS (or demonstrably equivalent experience). Experience supporting application APIs/integration points and working with integration teams/suppliers to troubleshoot end-to-end issues. Experience contributing to AI-enabled application features (e.g. using approved AI services/endpoints in applications). Experience contributing to non-functional assurance (e.g. performance/load testing support, vulnerability remediation activities, DR/backup considerations). Experience working with SharePoint (M365/Online preferred) and/or web CMS platforms. Understanding of information flows between NHS organisations (e.g. cross-organisation data sharing and dependencies).

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Strong hands-on software development skills, including analysis, solution design, clean coding and code review. Strong development capability in the Trust's core stack: .NET (C#), SQL Server, React, TypeScript, HTML and CSS (or demonstrably equivalent experience). Ability to define and apply effective testing approaches, including unit/integration testing and support for system/UAT. Ability to apply secure development practices, including awareness of common vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top 10) and safe handling of sensitive data. Working knowledge of information handling controls relevant to NHS environments, including safe haven practices where applicable, and the ability to work appropriately with highly sensitive data. Ability to design and build supportable applications, including logging, monitoring/alerting awareness, and clear exception handling. Ability to use AI-assisted development safely and effectively (human-in-the-loop), maintaining strong controls such as peer review, testing and documentation. Strong documentation skills (technical notes, support notes/runbooks and user guidance) appropriate for operational support and audit needs. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to explain technical topics clearly to non-technical audiences. Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work to deadlines; comfortable working with limited supervision and managing competing demands. Working knowledge of confidentiality, information governance and data protection requirements relevant to NHS environments. Ability to support users with adoption, including explaining changes and contributing to user guidance/training where required.

Desirable

• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and automated testing tooling. Familiarity with non-functional assurance concepts (backup/restore, DR testing, performance/load testing, vulnerability management/pen test remediation). Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices for digital services. Familiarity with NHS digital standards and assurance concepts relevant to applications (e.g. DTAC and DCB0129 awareness where applicable). Familiarity with structured evidence gathering for audit and assurance activities (e.g. DSPT contributions). Understanding of IM&T within the NHS (teams, ways of working, governance and operational processes). SharePoint administration experience.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Enthusiastic and proactive approach to improvements; takes ownership of tasks and follows through. Willingness and motivation to learn and self-develop; keeps skills current through CPD. Confident, positive and friendly approach; focused and detail oriented. Problem solving and analytical techniques; reliable and trustworthy. Strong planning and organisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure and produce high quality work to tight deadlines. Commitment to customer service principles and standards. Ability to support and coach others, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive learning culture within the team. Reliable and flexible approach to changing priorities and service needs.

Desirable

• Sharing skills and knowledge with other members of the team (including coaching junior colleagues). Interest in AI-enabled capabilities and responsible use of AI in applications.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Hospital / Hybrid / Remote

Corporation St

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support and develop the Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation workforce ensuring they have the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care across a range of health and social care settings.

To provide Medicines Optimisation advice and support to the Children and Families Care Group focusing onmedicine value programs that utilise medicine, finance and patient level data to identify areas of inappropriate medicine use and variations in prescribing patterns to drive up quality and reduce waste.

To support and develop the Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation governance infrastructure to provide assurance to the Director on service matters related to medicines safety.

To support the Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation department in transitioning to a research and innovation active department with stronger links to local HEIs.

Play an active role in the Trusts Research and Innovation Department identifying opportunities for collaboration and commercial and strategic partnerships which support our ambitions to be innovation and research-led.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Masters degree MPharm (or equivalent)
• UK registered pharmacist with extensive post-registration experience in relevant sectors in UK, and with no restrictions placed upon them by the GPhC
• oHighly developed numerical and analytical, critical reasoning, critical appraisal, judgemental and problem solving skills

Desirable

• Supplementary or independent prescriber
• Has an excellent understanding of research and evaluation methods including mixed methods evaluation and wider impact evaluation tools such as return on investment

inteview

Essential

• Evidence of a management qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Completion of formal programme in coaching / mentoring / training delivery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital Site

Corporation Street

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

To exercise full responsibility for a designated caseload of school-aged children.

To use highly developed interpersonal skills to:

facilitate communication so that the needs of the child and family are central to the clinical process

play a pivotal role in ensuring effective joint working for children with communication difficulties and their families

To prioritise own caseload and manage own workload effectively and efficiently.

To assess and analyse complex information related to childrens speech, language and communication using specialist knowledge to select appropriate formal and informal assessments including standardised psychometric tests.

To formulate a diagnosis based upon assessment, case history information and information from family and other professionals.

To evaluate and make decisions about therapy options taking into account the childs educational attainments, learning style and curriculum requirements.

To formulate a detailed individual management plan based upon relevant research and best practice.

To agree options in collaboration with all those involved in order to implement the individual management plan, which may include any combination of the following:

therapeutic intervention with children individually or in groups (in school or clinic)

programmes jointly planned and implemented with teaching staff

Supporting others to implement programmes according to individual needs

Providing advice on curriculum differentiation through Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

Providing advice on specific strategies to employ in the classroom and/or at home.

Advising referral to other professionals where indicated

To provide demonstration / training on how to maximise communication opportunities for the individual.

To provide individualised packages of care for children with a range of complex needs

To plan and deliver high quality training to enable settings to provide the optimum language learning environment

To manage childrens behaviour and motivate them to achieve positive therapy outcomes including those who have severe/complex difficulties or who may be challenging.

To recognise potential conflict or breakdown in the above process and use negotiation and problem-solving skills to reach agreement.

To communicate complex and specialist information to others by way of written reports and face-to-face discussions, adapting own communication style and content to the needs of the situation.

To form productive relationships with families, recognising the need for and ensuring sensitivity and care where:

There may be emotional stress

Difficult or potentially distressing news to be given

There are potential barriers to communication

To contribute to Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) including providing:

Assessment and support at the Targeted and Specialist level as set out in the Warwickshire SEND Provision Matrix

Specified and quantified advice for Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) as required by the SEND Code of Practice (2014) and Children & Families Act (2014)

To attend Annual Reviews and termly reviews of targets as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Registered member of HCPC
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Evidence of successful completion of short courses related to early intervention
• Evidence of PCI / ACI training
• Post graduate training e.g. teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience of working with paediatrics and families
• Significant experience of working in a variety of educational settings
• Significant Experience of developing and delivering training to other professionals
• Experience of delivering parent / adult based interventions
• Experience of developing new initiatives
• Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary multiagency team
• Experience of working with specialist client groups e.g. Cleft Palate, Learning Disability, Stammering, Autism
• Experience of supervising less experienced SLT colleagues
• Experience of supervising SLTA's and teaching assistants

Desirable

• Significant experience of running groups for children

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate highly developed visual and auditory discrimination skills to undertake phonetic transcription
• Demonstrate an ability to analyse and interpret information holistically in order to build up a picture of the child and family
• Demonstrate knowledge of developmental and medical conditions which may occur in the client group and the effect on communication
• Demonstrate an ability to analyse and interpret the complex information from assessment in the light of the child's other strengths and weaknesses, home environment and educational setting in order to devise a management plan
• Demonstrate knowledge of legislation and frameworks relating to young children

Desirable

• Demonstrate well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group(s) including: - Linguistic transcription and analysis - Phonetic transcription and analysis - Pragmatic assessment and analysis - Language processing and verbal reasoning
• Demonstrate knowledge of adult learning styles
• Demonstrate knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions related to the client group e.g. parent-based intervention, ACITM sign & symbol systems, Derbyshire Language Schemes
• Demonstrate excellent presentation skills, verbal and written
• Demonstrate well-developed communication skills and an ability to match communication style and content to the needs of the situation
• Demonstrate aptitude and proven ability in team and collaborative working
• Demonstrate good concentration skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities - observation, listening, diplomacy, sensitivity
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational abilities
• Demonstrate innovative problem solving and negotiation abilities, taking into account of other perspectives and expectations
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Demonstrates a realistic sense of own limitations and professional development needs
• Able to motivate others
• Demonstrate flexibility/adaptability
• Committed to cross-agency working

Other

Essential

• Pass Occupational Health Check
• Able to move and carry equipment and adapt to a range of physical demands

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchard Centre

Rugby

Warwickshire

CV21 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information in relation to responsibilities of the role, please see the attached JD & PS for further details.

The Integrated Mental Health teams work as part of a 'neighbourhood' offering place based provision of mental health services in partnership with other local organisations. Clinicians within the IMHT will offer interventions and treatments which are concordant with NICE guidelines, and allocation within the team will be based on the needs of the service user, matching clinician skills to service user needs.

This role will be Monday-Friday, 9-5. As the role will require you to travel to service users homes for appointments, you will need access to suitable transport to travel across a large geographical area.

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

What is it like to be a Mental Health Nurse in a community setting at MPFT? - YouTube

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
• Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to Nursing Associate practice.
• Care certificate

Desirable

• Placement experience covering all four fields of nursing

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non- verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi- disciplinary team.
• Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
• Intermediate IT skills including sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• The ability to use clinical systems such as RiO.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role.
• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• oExperience of working in community mental health service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foundation House

St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

To support the ward/department Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputy in the implementation of their role.

To practice as a named nurse/team leader taking responsibility for a defined caseload of patients on a continuing basis.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care for a defined caseload.

In the absence of Sister/Charge Nurse effectively manage complaints and report to Matron.

To promote collaborative working partnership and effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team.

To ensure clinical incident/near misses within the sphere of responsibility are managed in a timely manner. In the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse report action taken to minimize risk.

To develop links with all care agencies to facilitate seamless care delivery.

Promote health and wellness through practice and education of patients, relatives, carers and staff.

To take responsibility for developing innovative practice and leading the implementation of such practices, to enhance patient care.

To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

To minimize hazards in the working area and report any identifiable hazards to the line manger. To adhere to all safe systems of work applicable to the work area.

To undertake risk assessments and implement risk reducing measures. To report to the line manager any deficiencies in the arrangements for minimizing risk.To promote awareness of child protection issues referring to area child protection policy and Trust policy. Attend child protection training in accordance with the policy.

To promote awareness of adult protection issues referring to the Herefordshire Multi-Agency Policy and Procedures for The Protection of Vulnerable Adults from Abuse. Attend adult protection training sessions in accordance with the policies and procedures.

To actively participate in the effective and efficient use of the ward/departmental budget.

To deputise in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse.

To manage own time and that of others, through delegations to ensure high quality patient care.

To act as preceptor/mentor/clinical supervisor for junior staff and students.

To contribute to the setting of yearly personal and professional objectives for junior staff reflecting personal development needs in conjunction with the ward/department philosophy.

All NHS workers in England who have face to face contact with patients are encouraged to fully vaccinate against COVID 19. Please carefully consider this requirement when applying for this position

Person Specification

NMC

Essential

• First / Second Registered Nurse
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a wide range of people

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical area
• Leadership
• Experience of Change Management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

The County Hospital

Market Street

Herefordshire

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

To support the ward/department Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputy in the implementation of their role.

To practice as a named nurse/team leader taking responsibility for a defined caseload of patients on a continuing basis.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care for a defined caseload.

In the absence of Sister/Charge Nurse effectively manage complaints and report to Matron.

To promote collaborative working partnership and effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team.

To ensure clinical incident/near misses within the sphere of responsibility are managed in a timely manner. In the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse report action taken to minimize risk.

To develop links with all care agencies to facilitate seamless care delivery.

Promote health and wellness through practice and education of patients, relatives, carers and staff.

To take responsibility for developing innovative practice and leading the implementation of such practices, to enhance patient care.

To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

To minimize hazards in the working area and report any identifiable hazards to the line manger. To adhere to all safe systems of work applicable to the work area.

To undertake risk assessments and implement risk reducing measures. To report to the line manager any deficiencies in the arrangements for minimizing risk.To promote awareness of child protection issues referring to area child protection policy and Trust policy. Attend child protection training in accordance with the policy.

To promote awareness of adult protection issues referring to the Herefordshire Multi-Agency Policy and Procedures for The Protection of Vulnerable Adults from Abuse. Attend adult protection training sessions in accordance with the policies and procedures.

To actively participate in the effective and efficient use of the ward/departmental budget.

To deputise in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse.

To manage own time and that of others, through delegations to ensure high quality patient care.

To act as preceptor/mentor/clinical supervisor for junior staff and students.

To contribute to the setting of yearly personal and professional objectives for junior staff reflecting personal development needs in conjunction with the ward/department philosophy.

All NHS workers in England who have face to face contact with patients are encouraged to fully vaccinate against COVID 19. Please carefully consider this requirement when applying for this position

Person Specification

NMC

Essential

• First / Second Registered Nurse
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a wide range of people

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical area
• Leadership
• Experience of Change Management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

The County Hospital

Market Street

Herefordshire

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assist the registered nurse in the delivery of direct and indirect patient care
• To report any concerns to the registered nurse relating to standards of cleanliness, hazards and patient safety within the clinical area
• To ensure the registered nurse is regularly updated on patients condition and progress
• To ensure the equipment is clean and in good working order
• To ensure the environment is clean and tidy.

If you are successful for Assessment you will be invited to see our Bank recruitment specialists on:

• Wednesday 21st October - specified time booked on line

Following your attendance at the assessment booked drop in, successful candidates will be invited for interview on:-

• Thursday 29th October - time slot to be booked online for interview

The Assessment/ drop-in sessions for BANK will be held at, Monkmoor Court, 31-34 Commercial Road, HR1 2BG - Please ring the General Recruitment telephone number on the door when you arrive

All NHS workers in England who have face to face contact with patients are encouraged to fully vaccinate against COVID 19. Please carefully consider this requirement when applying for this position

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Diploma Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care
• Demonstrates patient focused approach

Desirable

• Previous Experience in a caring role
• A Minimum Maths and English GCSE Grades 3 - 9 or grades A,B,C,D or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Market Street

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. Work as an experienced autonomous practitioner, professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own practice and for maintaining a high standard of patient-centred care.

2. Undertake comprehensive specialist assessment, differential diagnosis and management of patients with complex dysphagia, integrating clinical history, examination findings, instrumental assessment and relevant medical information.

3. Analyse and interpret highly complex and sometimes conflicting clinical information to formulate individualised management plans, including recommendations regarding oral intake, rehabilitation, compensatory strategies and onward referral.

4. Undertake FEES and videofluoroscopy within own scope of competence (training and support can be given if needed), contributing to diagnosis, treatment planning and review, and supporting safe governance of instrumental swallowing assessment.

5. Provide highly specialist dysphagia assessment and management for patients with tracheostomies and patients in critical care, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.

6. Provide expert clinical advice and second opinions for complex, high-risk or unusual dysphagia presentations and support appropriate escalation where clinical risk is identified.

7. Assess capacity and obtain valid informed consent in accordance with relevant legislation and Trust policy, contributing to best-interest and risk-management discussions where appropriate.

8. Communicate complex and sensitive information regarding swallowing, aspiration risk, nutrition and hydration and management options to patients, relatives, carers and professionals, including situations where there are barriers to understanding or differing views.

9. Work collaboratively with ward and community teams to support safe transfer of care, ensuring clear communication of swallowing recommendations and onward referral where required.

Clinical Leadership and Service Development

1. Act as the Trust clinical lead and expert resource for dysphagia, providing professional leadership and promoting consistently high standards of dysphagia care.

2. Lead the development, implementation and review of dysphagia pathways, clinical guidelines, standard operating procedures and competency frameworks in line with current evidence, professional guidance and Trust governance requirements.

3. Identify opportunities for service improvement and lead or contribute to quality improvement initiatives that improve patient safety, experience, outcomes, efficiency and equity of access.

4. Work collaboratively with the Operational Lead SLT and relevant team leads regarding service pressures, clinical priorities and dysphagia-related risks. Routine staffing, caseload allocation and cover arrangements remain the responsibility of operational/team leads.

5. Influence multidisciplinary practice and decision-making relating to dysphagia, including the management of complex clinical risk.

6. Support the development and evaluation of instrumental dysphagia services, including FEES and videofluoroscopy, promoting equitable and clinically appropriate access.

7. Maintain effective professional networks with relevant internal and external services, professional groups, universities and research networks.

Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk

1. Lead dysphagia-related clinical governance activity, including audit, service evaluation, quality improvement and the use of relevant outcome measures.

2. Monitor and evaluate the quality, safety and effectiveness of dysphagia practice and use data, feedback, incidents and audit findings to inform improvement.

3. Contribute specialist dysphagia expertise to the review and investigation of relevant incidents, complaints and clinical risks, identifying learning and supporting implementation of actions.

4. Promote evidence-based practice by critically appraising new evidence and national/professional guidance and translating relevant findings into local practice.

5. Ensure dysphagia-related policies, procedures and clinical resources are reviewed and updated appropriately.

6. Promote safe practice in relation to infection prevention and control, equipment, record keeping, information governance and risk management.

Education, Training and Clinical Supervision

1. Lead and coordinate a programme of dysphagia education and training for SLTs and relevant members of the wider multidisciplinary workforce across Trust sites.

2. Provide clinical supervision, specialist advice and competency support to SLTs developing or maintaining dysphagia skills.

3. Support competency development in specialist areas including instrumental assessment, tracheostomy and complex dysphagia where this falls within the post holder's scope of practice.

4. Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including supervision and teaching of Speech and Language Therapy students.

5. Support induction and development of new staff and contribute to multidisciplinary education relating to dysphagia.

6. Maintain own continuing professional development and specialist competencies, reflecting on practice and maintaining an evidence-based professional portfolio in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT requirements.

7. Participate in annual appraisal/PDR as an appraisee and, where formally delegated, contribute to PDR or development review processes for other staff.

Communication and Collaborative Working

1. Establish and maintain effective communication networks for dysphagia across the Trust and with relevant community and external services.

2. Communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively, adapting communication to the needs of patients, carers and colleagues.

3. Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, dietetic, pharmacy, therapy, radiology, critical care and other colleagues to ensure coordinated multidisciplinary dysphagia care.

4. Promote awareness of the role and contribution of Speech and Language Therapy in dysphagia management and patient safety.

5. Build constructive relationships across professional and organisational boundaries and contribute specialist expertise to relevant meetings, working groups and service-development forums.

Organisation and Management

1. Prioritise and manage own specialist clinical workload effectively, responding appropriately to clinical urgency and risk.

2. Use resources responsibly and contribute to service planning by identifying dysphagia-related demand, capacity, risk and development needs.

3. Contribute to recruitment and selection where appropriate.

4. Contribute to the review of referral criteria and pathways for dysphagia services.

5. Collect and interpret relevant activity, outcome and quality data to support service evaluation, governance and planning.

6. This post provides clinical leadership for dysphagia. Routine line management, day-to-day staff deployment and operational cover arrangements are not inherent responsibilities of the role unless separately and explicitly delegated.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• Current HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training in adult dysphagia
• Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to highly specialist dysphagia practice

Desirable

• Postgraduate study at Master's level or equivalent
• Leadership/service improvement training
• Clinical educator/supervision qualification or training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration SLT experience, including substantial experience in adult dysphagia
• Highly specialist knowledge and experience in assessment and management of complex adult dysphagia
• Demonstrable competence in clinical dysphagia assessment and management at a highly specialist level
• Experience of managing complex clinical risk and making autonomous clinical decisions
• Experience of working within an acute hospital multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in assessment and management of patients with tracheostomy
• Competent in videofluoroscopic assessment of swallowing or evidence of advanced progress towards independent competence with ability to achieve full competence within an agreed timeframe
• Independent competence in FEES, or evidence of advanced progress towards independent competence with ability to achieve full competence within an agreed timeframe
• Knowledge of relevant professional guidance and evidence relating to dysphagia

Desirable

• Experience across a range of acute specialties, e.g. stroke, critical care, respiratory, frailty, neurology
• Experience of developing or expanding an instrumental assessment service
• Advanced tracheostomy experience
• FEES supervisor/mentor level competence
• Experience of complex shared decision-making/eating and drinking with acknowledged risks
• Experience across organisational boundaries/community interfaces

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound knowledge of clinical governance, patient safety, risk management and evidence-based practice
• Experience of clinical audit/service evaluation and implementing improvements arising from findings
• Experience of quality improvement/service improvement
• Ability to critically appraise evidence and translate evidence/guidance into clinical practice

Desirable

• Experience contributing to investigation of incidents or complaints
• Formal QI methodology training
• Research experience, publication or presentation
• Experience presenting audit/QI work beyond own service

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information to patients, carers and professionals
• Evidence of effective multidisciplinary working and ability to influence clinical decision-making
• Ability to manage differences of professional opinion constructively and advocate for safe, patient-centred dysphagia care
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning and sound professional judgement
• Able to work autonomously and take responsibility for complex clinical decisions within scope of practice
• Demonstrates clinical leadership, professional credibility and ability to act as a positive role model
• Able to prioritise competing demands and respond appropriately to clinical risk
• Able to work collaboratively and build effective professional relationships
• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and person-centred care
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Trust values: being open and honest, ensuring people feel cared for, and showing respect for everyone

Desirable

• Previous formal clinical lead experience
• Experience of business case or service redesign work
• Formal leadership/management development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name