Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate Qualification in Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) or equivalent

Desirable

• Post Graduate training and formal specialist training

Registrations

Essential

• Professional Registration

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of supervisory, organisational, teaching and presentation skills

Desirable

• Evidence of skill extension and initiative

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in an NHS hospital setting with wide range of imaging systems

Desirable

• Previous experience of specialist /dental modalities

Personal qualities

Essential

• Team work, decision making, caring ,empathetic, ,mature social skills.

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership skills, ability to delegate and flexible approach to work .

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current imaging trends specific to the role.

Desirable

• Appreciation of a wide range of imaging modalities

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Dental Hospital

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Chislehurst Partnership

Job Description

Job Title: Contracts and Administration Manager

Hours: 32 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Salary: Dependent on experience Reporting to: Practice Manager

About Us

The Chislehurst Partnership is a forward-thinking GP practice formed through the merger of The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice. We provide high-quality, person-centred care to approximately 24,000 patients across three sites in the heart of Chislehurst.

We are committed to delivering excellent patient care through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our multidisciplinary team, including GPs, GP Registrars, Mental Health Practitioners, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Social Prescribing Link Workers, First Contact Physiotherapists, and Physician Associates, works together to support the health and wellbeing of our local population while fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment for staff.

Why Join Us?

• Caring for 24,000 patients across three sites
• Strong community focus and commitment to population health
• Supportive multidisciplinary team including GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists and Paramedics
• Excellent administrative and operational support
• EMIS clinical system with AccuRx integration
• Active and innovative Primary Care Network
• Opportunities for leadership and professional development
• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
• Strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression

Job Purpose

The Contracts and Administration Manager is responsible for the effective management of Practice contracts, enhanced services, performance monitoring and administrative operations.

The post holder will oversee the Administration Team, ensure compliance with NHS contractual requirements, monitor performance targets, maintain high standards of data quality and reporting, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the Practice.

The post holder is accountable to the Practice Manager and Partners and will work collaboratively with all members of the Practice team, the Primary Care Network (PCN), NHS organisations and external stakeholders as required.

The successful candidate will provide effective leadership and operational management of the Administration Team and will demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. They will promote a positive working environment and maintain a caring, professional and patient-focused approach towards colleagues and patients.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Contract Management and Performance

• Lead the management, monitoring and delivery of Practice contracts, Enhanced Services, Local Incentive Schemes and Primary Care Network (PCN) contractual requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all NHS contractual obligations and service specifications.
• Monitor contractual performance and achievement of targets, escalating risks and issues where appropriate.
• Analyse performance data and provide regular reports to the Practice Manager and Partners.
• Identify opportunities to maximise contract income and improve service delivery.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all claims, returns and performance reports.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of NHS contractual requirements and implement changes as required.
• Ensure relevant staff are aware of contractual obligations, targets and performance expectations.

Data Quality and Clinical Systems

• Lead data quality initiatives to ensure accurate recording, coding and reporting of clinical activity.
• Monitor performance dashboards and undertake data analysis to support contractual achievement.
• Oversee the effective administration of EMIS Web and associated clinical systems.
• Manage appointment book configuration and template maintenance within EMIS Web.
• Ensure accurate clinical coding and data entry processes are maintained throughout the Practice.
• Support the utilisation of digital systems to improve operational efficiency and patient services.
• Produce reports and audits using EMIS Web and other Practice systems.

Administration and Operational Management

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Administration Team, including workflow, prescribing, contracts and reception functions.
• Ensure workloads are effectively managed and completed accurately to a high standard.
• Monitor workflow processes and implement improvements where required.
• Review, develop and implement administrative systems, policies and procedures.
• Ensure administrative services support safe, effective and responsive patient care.
• Support business continuity planning and ensure adherence to Practice continuity procedures.
• Provide operational management support to ensure the smooth running of the Practice.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and patient experience.

Team Leadership and Staff Management

• Lead, motivate, support and develop members of the Administration Team.
• Manage staffing levels and coordinate rotas to ensure appropriate service coverage.
• Facilitate the recruitment, induction and onboarding of new administrative staff.
• Conduct annual appraisals, probation reviews and performance management meetings.
• Identify staff training requirements and coordinate learning and development opportunities.
• Hold regular team meetings and one-to-one sessions.
• Promote a positive, collaborative and patient-centred culture within the Practice.
• Support employee wellbeing and professional development.

Quality, Governance and Compliance

• Support and lead activities required to maintain compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and regulations.
• Coordinate audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Information Governance, GDPR, confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems.
• Ensure Practice policies and procedures are implemented and regularly reviewed.
• Monitor and support achievement of quality and performance standards.
• Ensure all work is completed within required timescales and deadlines.

Practice Support

• Support Practice projects, service developments and change management initiatives.
• Develop effective working relationships with the PCN, ICB, commissioners and external stakeholders.
• Undertake any other duties consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the post to support the efficient operation of the Practice.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Previous management experience within a GP Practice, Primary Care Network or NHS setting.
• Demonstrable experience in managing GP contracts, QOF, Enhanced Services and performance targets.
• Experience managing and developing administrative teams.
• Strong understanding of NHS contractual requirements and primary care performance frameworks.
• Experience using EMIS Web and NHS clinical systems.
• Experience of data analysis, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Information Governance, GDPR and data protection requirements.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience supporting CQC inspections and compliance activities.
• Qualification in healthcare management, business management or a related field.
• Experience of Primary Care Network service specifications.
• Experience of project management and service improvement.

Personal Attributes

The post holder will:

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.
• Be highly organised and self-motivated.
• Be committed to continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Have a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Be caring, respectful and supportive towards patients and colleagues.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a wider team.

The post holder will be required to comply with all Practice policies and procedures, including those relating to Information Governance, Data Protection (UK GDPR), Confidentiality, Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Infection Prevention and Control, and Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

The post holder must maintain confidentiality at all times regarding patients, staff and Practice business and ensure compliance with NHS standards and relevant legislation.

This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check appropriate to the role. The post holder will be required to undertake mandatory NHS training, including Safeguarding, Information Governance, Fire Safety, Health and Safety, and Infection Prevention and Control training.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description are not intended to be exhaustive and may be amended, following consultation, to meet the changing needs of the Practice. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Person Specification
• Essential Criteria
• Previous management experience within a GP Practice, Primary Care Network or NHS setting.
• Demonstrable experience in managing GP contracts QOF Enhanced Services and performance targets.
• Experience managing and developing administrative teams.
• Strong understanding of NHS contractual requirements and primary care performance frameworks.
• Experience using EMIS Web and NHS clinical systems.
• Experience of data analysis, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Information Governance GDPR and data protection requirements.

Desirable

• Desirable Criteria
• Experience supporting CQC inspections and compliance activities.
• Qualification in healthcare management, business management or a related field.
• Experience of Primary Care Network service specifications.
• Experience of project management and service improvement.
• ________________________________________

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

The Chislehurst Partnership

Address

42 High Street

Chislehurst

Kent

BR7 5AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Relevant qualification such as NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care, NVQ level 3 Engineering, or AGORED level 3.

Desirable

• First aid
• Basic IT qualification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in a caring environment.
• Experience of working with people with a disability.
• Communicating with people both individually or in groups.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care setting.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in job pressures due to unforeseen circumstances.
• Dexterity
• Good organisation and time management.
• Ability to safely use a range of tools, good practical abilities.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to work alone.

Desirable

• Qualification in practical skills relevant to the setting.
• Fundamental IT skills, including word, email and database use.
• Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

Other

Essential

• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Children's Barred List check
• Basic understanding of disability and the functional implications of the use of a wheelchair.
• Adaptable with coping skills.
• Good at problem solving.
• Commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility to the needs of the Service.
• Good team player.

Desirable

• Working in a wheelchair or related service.
• Eager to learn new skills.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Posture and Mobility Centre

Posture and Mobility Centre

Pontypridd

CF37 5TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Post Overview

The post holder is responsible for providing musculoskeletal Physiotherapy for the practices patients including Neck and Low Back Pain physiotherapy for patients using the Any Qualified Provider (AQP) process. The post holder will provide a high standard of care and physiotherapy service to patients with diverse and sometimes complex conditions and will be responsible for highly specialised physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and advice to an independent caseload.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the physiotherapy team to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures and further develop the delivery of services.

The postholder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Key responsibilities

To assess patients, design and implement appropriate treatment regimes for patients in accordance with clinical guidelines and professional codes of conduct as defined by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with all patients.

To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with the CSP standards of practice.

To perform highly specialised comprehensive physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations, complex physical and psychological conditions and multi-pathologies using clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. This may include interpretation and analysis of clinical and non-clinical information and investigations.

Formulate and deliver high specialised individual treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes and other alternative options.

Formulate accurate prognoses and recommend best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans, liaising with GPs, consultants and more senior colleagues as appropriate.

Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/Grad Dip in Physiotherapy
• A minimum of two years post qualification experience
• HCPC Registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care

Desirable

• Experience of working at Band 6 in an outpatient setting

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

The Three Spires Medical Practice

Address

Truro Health Park

Infirmary Hill

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.threespiresmedical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.

If you would like to talk to us about this vacancy or arrange an informal visit, please contact Kadia Acres (CNRT) or Julie Harrison (Community Speech and Language therapy)

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Training and Qualificatons

Essential

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent qualification
• Current registration with HCPC
• Post graduate certificate in dysphagia (or equivalent substantial experience and experiential training to demonstrate skills)
• To be eligible for Certified membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. ie.to have completed all NQP competencies
• Evidence of post graduate training/CPD in areas of acquired neurological communication and swallowing disorders

Experience

Essential

• Experience of carrying out specialist assessment and intervention within area of acquired neurological communication and swallowing disorders.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
• Experience of supervising and giving feedback to others e.g. students, qualified staff and rehabilitation assistants.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches to neurological assessment and rehabilitation.
• Ability to prioritise, delegate and organise with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Skilled in the use of IT, including Microsoft 365 and Apps/programmes used in the assessment, treatment and management of clients with communication difficulties.

Other

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements of the post

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

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust

Address

Shropshire Rehabilitation Centre

Lancaster Road

Shrewsbury

SY1 3NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To work across the geographical areas within the allocated borough.

To manage a defined caseload using evidence based/client centre principles to access, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placement.

To provide leadership and clinical supervision for other staff as delegated.

To continue own professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work and to maintain overall accountability for delegated duties of treatment to junior staff for patients on your caseload.
• To use a wide variety of Occupational Therapy assessment methods to identify clients who require Occupational Therapy intervention.
• To prioritise referrals and caseload using local guidelines/care pathways.
• To insure interventions take place in the most appropriate setting, e.g. hospital or clients homes
• To plan, prepare and undertake client assessments for a designated caseload.
• To identify areas of occupational performance and skill deficit in all functional activities of daily life.
• To work with clients and/or carers to identify goals as part of an overall care plan in co-operation with the multi professional team.
• To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions in collaboration with clients using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
• To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for clients with multiple needs/pathology in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
• To demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding of the effect of disability and recommend adaptations to the clients physical and social environment.
• To justify own clinical judgments when differences of opinion occur
• To act as an advocate for patients needs when necessary
• To demonstrate effective communication skills with carers, team members, occupational therapy colleagues and other agencies.
• To be able to take a lead in Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings.
• To maintain good working relationships.
• To convey information on diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans in a range of verbal and non-verbal forms that clients/relatives can understand.
• Using a variety of skills gain consent and co-operation to treatment plans.
• To educate children, parents/guardians and teachers in conditions and their effects in order to achieve maximum development.
• To contribute to client related developments and activities within the multi-professional team.
• To prepare reports for Education, Health and Care Plans within the appropriate timescale, and contribute written and verbal reports for IEPs, annual reviews and transition, contributing appropriately to development of young peoples Health Action Plans.

Record Keeping

• To maintain accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust Policies and Royal College of Occupational Therapy and Health Care Professional Council Standards of Practice.
• To maintain timely statistics and other records as requested by the Occupational Therapy Service and the Trust.
• To monitor the quality of record keeping for support staff and students.

Professional Ethics

To comply with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT) Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Guidance and National and Trust Policies and Procedures.

To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Service Responsibilities

• To participate in the day-to-day organisation and development of the service.
• To contribute to the Trusts clinical governance arrangements and quality agenda.
• To demonstrate understanding of national and local guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care and their impact on service delivery.
• Be responsible for the monitoring of materials and equipment and bring defects or deficits to the attention of the Team Leader.
• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
• To advise the Team Leader on resources required to carry out the job.
• To review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal.
• To maintain a professional portfolio of Continuing Professional Development recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities.
• To comply with annual PDR and appraisal system.
• To plan and implement the induction of junior staff/students.
• To receive, plan and deliver training for own profession and others.To undertake the supervision of junior staff as delegated by senior staff.
• To regularly supervise, evaluate and assess Occupational Therapy students to include negotiating learning contracts and setting objectives.
• To adhere to Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and carry out responsibilities accordingly.

Please see full job description attached.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration including a specialism.
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
• Supervision of students.

Desirable

• Experience in a broad range of physical and mental health settings.
• Supervision of junior staff.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in OT.
• Health and Care Professionals Council registration
• Relevant postgraduate training courses

Desirable

• Practice Placement qualification.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice.
• Able to move and handle children of all ages and disabilities.
• Able to move and handle equipment.
• Knowledge and/or further training in moving and handling techniques.
• The ability to travel independently across the Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs

Desirable

• Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy
• Membership of relevant special interest groups

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to paediatric client group.
• Extensive understanding of core skills of Occupational Therapy.
• Extensive understanding of Occupational Therapy process.
• Understanding of Occupational Therapy outcome measures.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Able to set own priorities.
• Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills.
• Able to reflect and critically appraise self and others.
• Ability to organize and respond efficiently to complex information.
• Computer literacy
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• In depth knowledge of team dynamics.
• Knowledge of current legislation/guidelines around paediatrics.
• Knowledge of principles of Clinical Governance.

Desirable

• Presentation and training skills.
• Knowledge of models of Occupational Therapy practice.
• Experience of audit of Occupational Therapy outcomes.

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Warrington Child Development Centre

Sandy Lane

Orford

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 9HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership:

To provide clinical leadership for staff in the specialist area, including supporting across Bridgewater when required. To work in conjunction with other specialists in OT, PT and SLT in developing services.

When required for service needs and in conjunction with team leader, to lead service development / policy development in specialist area.

Clinical:

To act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge skills and experience in the management of complex caseloads including managing own designated caseload and supervising caseload of band 6 and 5 and Assistant OTs

To provide education, training, monitoring to carers, relatives, junior grade staff, assistants, occupational therapy students, health / social care and education colleagues as required.

To provide supervision, mentorship, training, emotional support and support for colleagues and newly qualified therapists and assistants as per professional guidance

To manage a highly specialist complex caseload, within an inter-disciplinary / multi-agency setting, acting as an autonomous professional and lone worker in the community

To support less experienced staff in supporting complex cases ensuring they deliver high quality interventions.

To ensure that clients / parents / teachers are involved in the planning and implementation of treatment programmes.

Take the lead role in the day-to-day clinical management and development of the highly specialist area for the service, working as a lone practitioner with a high degree of autonomy and clinical freedom.

To determine clinical diagnosis and Occupational Therapy treatment plan indicated, based on highly specialist skills and knowledge, measuring and evaluating outcomes.

To maintain clinical records as an autonomous practitioner

To promote and provide best practice via highly specialised assessment and treatment using a variety of principals and techniques as appropriate for children with a variety of complex needs (including chronic, disabling and life limiting conditions) working in collaboration with the child, family and carers / involved agencies

To assess a childs occupational therapy needs using complex and advanced clinical reasoning and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to their social and physical environment.

To work as an autonomous practitioner being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work.

To accept clinical responsibility for a highly specialist caseload ensuring a high standard of clinical care, organising work in line with identified service priorities, clinical priorities, and managing own time.

To contribute to accurate clinical diagnosis as part of a childs overall assessment and assist in the breaking / Sharing the News process for families with other inter-disciplinary members of the child and family services team.

To identify Occupational Therapy goals and priorities as part of a childs overall care plan using highly specialised assessment tools and advanced level treatment interventions, in collaboration with clients, carers and involved agencies / professionals.

To develop multi-agency working with health colleagues and partner agencies e.g. Social Services and the Local Education Authority.

To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans and Annual Reviews, as appropriate

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with trust policy

To plan and implement client centred individual and/or group interventions, evaluating treatment to measure progress, outcomes and ensure clinical effectiveness.

To deliver highly specialist Occupational Therapy services in a variety of community settings i.e. child development centre, nurseries, mainstream/special schools, childs own home or elsewhere, as appropriate.

To carry out highly specialist assessments and interventions, e.g. orthotics independently or jointly with other health or partner agency colleagues, as appropriate.

To attend case conferences, reviews and meetings as required by clinical or managerial responsibility.

To assist in the transition planning process at various stages of a childs life as required by clinical responsibility and in collaboration with appropriate agencies.

To maintain communication networks with clients, carers, other health colleagues and partner agencies.

To remain aware of and up to date with legislation and policies affecting Occupational Therapy and childrens service practice and plan for the effects on designated service area.

Analyse and interpret complex assessment information in order to develop specialist interventions, ensuring advanced levels of treatment are provided, outcomes are recorded and evaluated to determine clinical effectiveness.

To provide, highly specialist Occupational Therapy reports relevant to the practice setting.

To maintain up to date written/electronic records and statistical data, documenting /registering these in line with professional and local requirements.

To represent the Trust externally (locally and regionally) regarding Occupational Therapy services provided to patients in the community.

To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory skills to enable accurate assessment of patient condition and deliver effective treatment.

To provide highly specialist advice to other members of the MDT regarding the Occupational Therapy management of patients with complex problems to ensure holistic care. To represent at health panels where required

To be responsible for under-graduate Occupational Therapy students and the assessment of their clinical practice (physical and theoretical) to ensure that it is of degree standard in the assessment and training that they undertake.

To assess capacity, gain valid informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework regarding consent to treatment.

To have highly developed knowledge and be competent in the administration and interpretation of standardised clinical assessment tools to diagnose level of function and cognitive performance.

To assess for, prescribe and authorise requests for minor adaptations for the patients home / school environment, and specialist equipment, balancing the complex interactions of functional need, independence, risk, safety, patient choice, areas of conflict, eligibility and cost effectiveness.

To routinely handle patients with unpredictable movements, providing physical support and ensuring safety. Daily moving and handling of patients and equipment including frequent changing of positions from standing to sitting/crawling whilst facilitating the patient to do such.

To discharge appropriately agreeing a point of closure with the parents and child and informing other professionals as appropriate.

Responsibility for Client Care and Contact with Carers

To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal appropriately with unpleasant conditions related to client contact as they arise: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a regular basis.

Please see attached full job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Health and Care Professionals Council registration
• Evidence of CPD attending post registration training in advanced area of clinical practice
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses up to masters level equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of Occupational Therapy specialist interest group relevant Special Interest Groups.
• Computer Skills

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post graduate experience as an childrens Occupational Therapist including experience at a senior level
• Evidence of significant practical specialist experience or training in designated area Community work experience.
• Experience of advanced assessment and treatment techniques. Working collaboratively with other health professionals and or partner agencies.
• Supervision of junior grade staff / support staff and students.
• Fieldwork accreditation.
• Training and education of health and other professionals and carers, in the (Role of Occupational Therapy in advanced practice)
• Service evaluation, review and development.
• Review and development of standards, policies, and procedures
• Experience of Clinical Governance issues and best practice initiatives.

Desirable

• Leadership/supervisory management training
• Research experience

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work in a variety of positions, kneeling sitting standing on the floor.
• Ability to travel freely around the Bridgewater Trust areas.
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs.

Desirable

• Membership of Professional body
• Membership of Occupational therapy special interest group.

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge, understanding and application of advanced best practice Occupational Therapy processes relating to client centred practice and OT service delivery.
• Planning and decision-making skills.
• Proven supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own and other practice.
• Proven organisational skills, demonstrating ability to prioritise, managing own workload to meet deadlines.
• Ability to apply clinical governance principles to practice and demonstrate advanced clinical reflection.
• Ability to work autonomously acting decisively on behalf of self and others.
• Knowledge of a childs normal/impaired development/function and disease processes and their implications on occupational performance.
• Ability to empower children and families within therapeutic practice.
• Ability to assess physical social, sensory and environmental needs of a client.
• Ability to assess for equipment as required for area of speciality.
• Ability to deliver sensitive information to children, families carers under stressful circumstances
• Awareness of and ability to implement national initiatives and legislation relating to area of specialist practice.

Desirable

• Ability to promote professional excellence in self and others.
• Training, presentation and teaching skills.
• Commitment to improving the experience of children, families and carers appreciating culture and diversity.
• Ability to carry out risk assessments.
• Advanced skills in interpretation of specialist assessment materials including sensory assessments.
• Competent to use both standardised and non standardised child specific assessment tools requiring dexterity, co-ordination, and sensory skills in their administration. E.g. VMI, TVPS, SPM, S.P., S.I.P.T. SI Clinical Obs

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for 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.

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Warrington Child Development Centre

Sandy Lane

Orford

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 9HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To provide clinical leadership in the delivery of the Experts at Hand (EAH) offer as stated in the Experts at Hand guidance.

Develop and monitor outcomes relating to the delivery of Experts at Hand offer.

To carry out audits and data collection for commissioning services.

To supervise B6 and B5 staff in the delivery of the Expert at Hand Offer.

To work within the core service in a specialist area to provide assessment, diagnosis and therapy in clinics/schools or specialist educational settings as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Skills

To assess and diagnose highly specialist clinical area

To develop and implement highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy treatment and evaluate outcomes

To contribute to multi-disciplinary and uni-disciplinary teams to ensure a patient focused approach to treatment. To attend health panels when required

To communicate complex information from specialist assessment and treatment, to patients, carers and other professionals

To work closely with patients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree patient management

To demonstrate empathy with patients, carers and other professionals, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist

To respond sensitivity at all times, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications

To demonstrate expert skills in motivating patients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process

To demonstrate expert skills in managing conflict within the context of highly specialist clinical area

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with trust policy

To apply expert strategies to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of communication, both verbal, non verbal and environmental, including the use of high and low tech AAC where necessary

To provide specialist assessment and advice on optimising the patient's communication environment, including the communication skills of carers and other professionals within the patient's environment

To provide specialist clinical advice, support and second opinions for therapists and other professionals working with: clinical area, offering case discussions, joint assessments, joint intervention and therapy programmes as appropriate.

Please see full Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently across the Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council Licence to Practice
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses up to masters level equivalent

Desirable

• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Membership of Relevant Special Interest Groups

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience at a post graduate level
• Relevant highly specialist experience post qualification
• In-depth experience within specialist area

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Makaton and PECS, AAC
• Awareness of Code of Practice and National Curriculum
• Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Highly developed Negotiation and Problem solving Skills
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflection skills
• Well developed concentration skills
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Highly developed auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Demonstrates ability to be a good team member and assume clinical leadership responsibilities
• Well established knowledge of a broad range assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group
• In-depth knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the specialist client group)
• In depth knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group) and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits
• In depth knowledge of the principles of clinical governance /audit
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Health Services at Wolves

Winwick Road

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 7NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The Speech and Language Therapist within Experts at Hand provides early, preventative and responsive support that strengthens inclusion, builds staff skills within educational settings, and helps children and young people participate fully in learning and school life. The role combines direct therapeutic expertise with coaching, consultation, and workforce development to achieve sustainable outcomes across whole educational communities

This role will also involve some work within the core SLT service to provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with communication disorders, including those with special needs in community settings, mainstream schools and special schools.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Skills

To assess and diagnose children with communication disorders, including those

with special needs. Will be required to take a lead role in the day to day running of a community caseload and/or mainstream school/special school caseload

To develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy programmes for school staff to implement and to evaluate outcomes

To take clinical responsibility for a varied paediatric caseload of differing complexities and to organise this effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To ensure that clients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their treatment plans wherever possible.

To provide advice and coaching to others regarding the management and care of clients with communication difficulties

To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures

To produce reports regarding clients needs and summarising proposed treatment plans

To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health & Care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews

To adapt practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences

To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and local trust policies

To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing data protection guidelines

To contribute to multi and uni-disciplinary teams to ensure a client focused approach to treatment

To communicate complex information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals

To communicate effectively with the child or young person and their carers to maximise treatment potential and ensure understanding of their condition. Addressing physical, psychological and emotional barriers to effective communication will be regularly required.

To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree client management

To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist

To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications

To demonstrate skills in motivating clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process

To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with North Cheshire and Mersey (NCM) Trust policy

To foster productive relationships with others who have challenging communication difficulties and may be under stress

To employ excellent communication skills

To identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of communication, both verbal, non- verbal and environmental

To assess and advise on optimising the clients communicative environment, taking into consideration the communication skills of carers and other professionals

To assess the capacity of the child or young person to give valid, informed consent. To be able to work within a legal framework with children and parents for consent to treatment.

Please see Full Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently across NCM Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs, including on occasions evenings

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• nowledge of Code of Practice and
• National Curriculum
• Excellent interpersonal skills including
• observation, listening and empathy
• skills
• Negotiation and problem solving skills
• Demonstrates good analytical and
• reflection skills
• Well developed concentration skills
• Good presentation skills, both written
• and verbal
• Good organisational skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Good auditory skills and ability to
• transcribe speech phonetically
• Demonstrates ability to be a good team
• Member
• Knowledge of assessment tools
• relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of national policies and
• procedures (relevant to the client group)
• Well established knowledge of a range
• of appropriate therapeutic interventions
• (relevant to the client group)
• Understanding of the roles of other
• professionals (relevant to the client
• group)
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping
• IT skills
• evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Understanding of the
• principles of clinical
• governance/audit
• previous experience of NHS IT systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language
• Therapy Degree Qualification or
• Equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council registration.
• RCSLT Licence to Practice

Desirable

• Registered member
• of Royal College of
• Speech and
• Language
• Therapists
• Membership of
• relevant Special
• Interest Groups
• Evidence of additional training / continuing professional development around specialist area

Experience

Essential

• Experience independently managing a
• wide range of communication disorders including communication linked to ASD, SLI, Fluency, Speech disorders including Dyspraxia, disorders existing
• alongside moderate and severe
• learning difficulties, including managing AAC
• Experience working in collaboration, sharing strategies and implementing programmes
• and advice and coaching staff in mainstream / special schools
• Experience in day to day running of a community / mainstream /special school
• caseload and supporting newly qualified staff and assistants
• Involvement in
• training/coaching other
• professionals / parents

Desirable

• Experience of supporting young people with communication disorders & coexisting ADHD
• Experience in designing and providing training
• Experience
• supporting social
• skills groups in community settings
• and/or schools

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Health Services at Wolves

Winwick Road

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 7NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The Speech and Language Therapist within Experts at Hand provides early, preventative and responsive support that strengthens inclusion, builds staff skills within educational settings, and helps children and young people participate fully in learning and school life. The role combines direct therapeutic expertise with coaching, consultation, and workforce development to achieve sustainable outcomes across whole educational communities

This role will also involve some work within the core SLT service to provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with communication disorders, including those with special needs in community settings, mainstream schools and special schools.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Skills

To assess and diagnose children with communication disorders, including those with special needs

To develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy treatment and to evaluate outcomes

To take clinical responsibility for a varied paediatric caseload of differing complexities and to organise this effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To ensure that clients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their treatment plans wherever possible.

To provide advice and coaching to others regarding the management and care of clients with communication difficulties

To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures

To produce reports regarding clients needs and summarising proposed care plans

To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews

To adapt practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences

To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and local trust policies

To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing data protection guidelines

To contribute to multi and uni-disciplinary teams to ensure a client focused approach to treatment

To communicate complex information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals

To communicate effectively with the child or young person and their carers to maximise treatment potential and ensure understanding of their condition. Addressing physical, psychological and emotional barriers to effective communication will be regularly required.

To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree client management

To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist

To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications

To motivate clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process

To use negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible, in line with North Cheshire and Mersey (NCM) Trust policy

To foster productive relationships with others who have challenging communication difficulties and may be under stress

To identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of communication, both verbal, non- verbal and environmental

To assess and advise on optimising the clients communicative environment, taking into consideration the communication skills of carers and other professionals

To assess the capacity of the child or young person to give valid, informed consent. To be able to work within a legal framework with children and parents for consent to Treatment.

Please see Full Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of EYFS and Code of Practice including SEND Reforms
• Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Negotiation and problem solving skills
• Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
• Well developed concentration skills
• Good presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Good organisational skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Good auditory skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Demonstrates ability to be a good team Member
• Knowledge of assessment tools
• relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group)
• Well established knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping
• IT skills
• evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Understanding of the
• principles of clinical
• governance/audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language
• Therapy Degree Qualification or
• Equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council registration.
• RCSLT Licence to Practice

Desirable

• Registered member
• of Royal College of
• Speech and
• Language
• Therapists
• Membership of
• relevant Special
• Interest Groups

Experience

Essential

• Relevant knowledge / placement /experience with a range of paediatric communication problems (Speech Disorders, language disorder, ASD, Learning Disabilities).
• Knowledge or experience of a range of assessment tools / therapeutic interventions
• Experience in coaching/
• training other
• professionals / parents

Desirable

• SLT / SLTA / TA / employment /volunteer experience
• treating range of communication problems
• Relevant knowledge of assessing / treating Fluency
• Experience of AAC
• Experience working in collaboration with parents and professionals, sharing strategies and providing advice to support children in settings

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently across NCM Trust as required
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs, including occasional evenings

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for 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.

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Health Services at Wolves

Winwick Road

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 7NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As shown in person specifications for both the band 4 and band 5 roles. If you are successful at being shortlisted you be interviewed and assessed for the grade being offered.

As part of our continued response to COVID19, we are closely following Department of Health and Social Care's (DHSC) guidance and the governments proposals for new mandatory COVID-19 vaccination legislation. This means that full COVID19 vaccination will be a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from1 April 2022unless exempt. This also means that by3 February 2022all such staff will need to have had their first COVID19 vaccination. We expect the need to be vaccinatedto apply tothe vast majority ofroles, although this may not be a requirement in some limited, exceptional circumstances. Should your role be identified as being within the scope of the legislation, you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status (or a legitimate exemption from these requirements) as a condition of your employment.

**THIS ROLE IS BASED WITHIN OUTPATIENT PHARMCIES.**

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent.
• Registered with the GPhC

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to dispense accurately.
• Demonstrate ability to counsel and give advice to patients/carers on medication.
• Experience/knowledge of the principles of stock control.
• Experience of working in an NHS hospital environment.
• Computer literate including Microsoft software products.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an outpatient pharmacy setting
• Previous assessable experience/understanding of JAC Pharmacy computer system.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to provide a sensitive and professional service to patients \ patient families and healthcare professionals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills including written English

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Able to meet deadlines when requested

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chase Farm Hospital

Enfield

EN2 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)