Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a Speech & Language Therapy post in the Forensic Healthcare Service, suited to a therapist with prior experience and /or interest in mental health or complex needs. The Speech & Language Therapist will be primarily based at the Chichester Centre which is a low secure hospital. The post-holder will be responsible for managing a delegated caseload with supervision from a more experienced colleague. The clinical role will be to provide Speech & Language Therapy assessment, diagnosis and intervention to clients referred to the service using established models of Speech & Language Therapy ensuring practice is evidence based. The post holder will work as a core member of the Allied Health Professionals team.

The Post holder will be expected tohave, or be willing to work towards, a postgraduate qualification in dysphagia and provide a dysphagia service in addition to a communication caseload.

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree or Masters qualification or equivalent
• Health Professions Council - licence to practice
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

• Post graduate experience as a Speech & Language Therapist working in mental health, learning disabilities or other relevant area.
• Experience of training other professionals
• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to client group).
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit.
• Knowledge of record keeping standards
• Ability to adapt written and verbal communication to suit the needs of people with communication needs. This may include Makaton signing, symbols and pictures etc

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree or Masters qualification or equivalent
• Health Professions Council - licence to practice
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• post graduate experience as a Speech & Language Therapist working in multidisciplinary team
• Significant post graduate experience as a Speech & Language Therapist, including managing a caseload including people with complex communication difficulties and dysphagia
• Managing complex caseload independently
• To have worked under the supervision of a clinical specialist.

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Chichester Centre

Graylingwell Drive

Chichester

PO19 6GS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

REQUIREMENTS

To be a successful Assistant Psychologist in our team you will be/have:

• Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology or equivalent.
• Eligible for graduate membership with British Psychological Society
• Have access to a car- Travel between sites is essential to the role and unfortunately public transport is limited.
• Please note that the funding is specifically intended to break down barriers to gaining appropriate experience in the profession. Whilst the role is open to anyone who can suitably reflect on structural inequalities, we are particularly keen to encourage applications from those that identify as belonging to a group that are nationally recognised as being under represented in Clinical Psychology. These are: Individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds Those from low socio-economic backgrounds as defined by Gov.uk Individuals with unpaid caring responsibilities as defined by NHSE
• You must be able to demonstrate a caring, compassionate and non-judgmental attitude, and show a commitment to making a difference when supporting clients and their families on their recovery journeys

Clinical experiences may include: Supporting group sessions Present clinically prepared information to patients within workshops / webinars, un-der the supervision of a qualified clinician Quality improvement work to include research / audit / support with clinical pathway coordination and analysis Liaison with a range of services to include health, social care and voluntary agencies to support patient pathways Observe supervisor or other members of MDT conduct assessments, take notes during assessment and write these up afterwards for supervisor to check. Gather information about a service user from the Clinical Information System to assist overall assessment of a service user. Observation of full neuropsychological assessments, scoring of neuropsychological tests to be checked by supervisor and discussed in supervision.

Non-clinical experiences may include:

• Administration and scoring of outcome measures
• Involvement in service evaluation, audit and research projects (including but not limited to: database and questionnaire design, data analysis, preparation of NHS ethics forms and audit proposal forms, literature review)
• Collation of information of local services, preparation of service user information leaflets and creation of displays about local services/psychological themes for ser-vice user waiting areas.
• Assistant psychologists will receive one hour of supervision per week and may re-quest a reference from their supervisor.
• A specialised induction programme and ongoing support will also be available to assistant psychologists to support learning in these posts.

See attached Generic Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact:

[email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology, or equivalent with graduate basis for registration with BPS

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant area of professional psychology

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Ability to recognise and reflect upon personal and societal bias along a range of dimensions of difference

Desirable

• Individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds
• Individuals with unpaid caring responsibilities as defined by NHSE
• Those from low socio-economic back-grounds as defined by Gov.uk o
• Experience of group work and individual therapeutic contact
• Experience of working with a multidisciplinary team
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care
• Experience of in-patient settings

Skills

Essential

• To be able to communicate effectively
• To assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytic thinking
• Capable of using initiative and organise work to agreed goals
• IT 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).

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Amberstone hospital

Carters Corner

Hailsham

BN27 4HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical practice, including own professional development To communicate effectively with service users, family and carers; demonstrating an ability to be adaptable in the way they provide information which is sensitive to their ethic and cultural background and ensures that they are understood. To initiate and develop ways of working that reflects the gender specific needs of service users. To provide clinical leadership to the team, being knowledgeable about and where appropriate lead decisions about the care of all of the patients admitted to the ward. To act as primary nurse for service users within the in patient setting. To work within the CPA framework, taking a proactive approach consistent with clinical and service need. To carry out detailed assessment and risk assessment of the service users needs through the utilisation of a range of assessment and interviewing techniques and gathering of information from a wide range of sources. To develop care plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team that are based around the service users individual need, that is recovery focused and builds on their strengths and are outcome based. Plan and implement interventions with the service user that is responsive to the service users needs that are applied in a stepped approach which will lead to a therapeutic outcome. Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention. To have the ability to deal with service users and their relatives in times of distress. Liaise with and work alongside other teams and professionals to ensure the effective discharge of the service user from the inpatient setting. To administer and monitor medication prescribed to individual service users, providing information and advice as required and complying with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council Policy on the administration of medication. Inform the Ward Manager and other appropriate senior managers when circumstances threaten the health and safety of patients or staff; or threaten the reputation or assets of the Trust. Work with the Ward Manager and other members of the multidisciplinary team to establish an effective therapeutic environment in which care can be delivered. Ensure that they maintain an up to date knowledge of mental health legislation and code of practice, and the Mental Capacity Act both to inform their practice but also to ensure that other members of the ward team are executing their responsibilities within the legal framework. Assist the Ward Manager in the effective running of the ward in accordance with Trust and local policies and procedures. Promote effective communication between junior staff, the Ward Manager, other members of the multi-disciplinary team and senior managers within the Trust. Inform the Ward Manager when the conduct or performance of any member of staff allegedly falls below the standards expected of staff within the Trust. Regularly act as the nurse in charge of the ward. Participate in the staff recruitment process as and when required. To deputise for the Ward Manager as and when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification/Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
• Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience relevant to the care group

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mill View Hospital

Nevill Avenue

Brighton

BN3 7HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Blackburn

BB2 1TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the role are as listed in the earlier section. Please see included job description for more detail.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent OR relevant significant experience
• Management/Secretarial or equivalent training/experience

Desirable

• Management Qualification
• Knowledge of Medical secretariat

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of management policies and procedures and interpretation
• A thorough understanding of confidentiality issues across the NHS

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Essex

North Essex

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To develop, co-ordinate and ensure the systematic provision of a psychology service to service users of Bentley House Community Mental Health Hub (CMHH) and personally provide highly specialist clinical input.

To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment.

To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a lead psychology specialist

To ensure that systems are in place and working effectively for the clinical and professional supervision and support of other psychologists within Bentley House CMHH.

To undertake service evaluation, audit, research and policy development.

To work as an autonomous professional within BPS and HCPC guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by principles and policies or procedures of the service, taking responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters.

To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

KR 1 Clinical and Client Care

To develop, co-ordinate and ensure the systematic provision of a highly specialist psychology service to service users of Bentley House CMHH.

To provide highly specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients in CMHH.

To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required.

To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans.

To act as a named worker and take responsibility for initiating planning and reviewing care plans and associated tasks to support the wellbeing of service users of the CMHH.

KR 2 Responsibilities for team or service clinical functioning

To co-ordinate (and chair) meetings to ensure effective functioning, review and quality of the psychology service within Bentley House CMHH.

To take a lead in ensuring a psychologically informed framework for the CMHH.

To take a lead in developing the team or services delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities.

To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services.

To advise other members of the service on specialist psychological care of clients.

To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans.

To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

KR 3 Policy and service development

To implement policies and procedures in own area of work.

To identify any aspects of Bentley House CMHH, which could be improved and propose changes to practices or procedures that affect Bentley House CMHH and may also affect other services.

To initiate and implement service development projects, as agreed with clinical/professional lead.

To participate in the ongoing implementation of new initiatives (e.g. national guidelines) across relevant services.

To lead the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities.

KR 4 Care or management of resources

To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources.

To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.

KR 5 Management and supervision

To provide clinical leadership to more junior psychologists, psychotherapists and other professionals, as appropriate.

To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of more junior psychologists.

To supervise trainee applied psychologists within own area of specialism.

To contribute to the appraisal of more junior psychologists, as appropriate.

To contribute to the recruitment of more junior psychologists, as appropriate.

KR 6 Teaching and Training

To undertake teaching and training of pre and post- qualification psychologists and specialised training to other professions as appropriate.

To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the CMHH by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychology and adult mental health and by implementing knowledge gained in practice.

To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.

KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance

To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.

To ensure the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry, in those parts of the service for which the post-holder has leadership responsibility.

KR 8 Research and development

To initiate, undertake, support and supervise regular complex service evaluation and audits

To initiate and carry out appropriate research and service evaluation to support the ongoing development of the service.

To provide expertise in a specialist research area which will contribute to the ongoing development of the CMHH.

To initiate and implement the development of outcome measurement and assessment and assist other staff in the implementation of same.

KR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development

To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior psychologist according to HCPC and Trust guidelines.

To ensure own Continuing Professional Development in line with BPS and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and the HCPC Standards for Continuing Professional Development.

To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies.

To comply with the HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and Standards of Proficiency, and ensure professional development in line with these.

To adhere to the BPSs Professional Practice Guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.

To ensure that all psychology and psychotherapy staff for whom the post-holder has leadership responsibility, maintain professional standards and continuing professional development.

KR 10 General

To travel within the Harrow area for home visits as appropriate and across the Trust when required.

To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group, and follow trust policies relating to its management.

To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations and to support others involved in such situations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry-level qualification in Clinical/ Counselling Psychology (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level additional training) that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Additional training in a specialised area of psychological practice, through formal post qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, or an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma.
• Completed training course in clinical supervision.
• Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC.

Desirable

• Further training and or qualifications in other fields of applied psychology.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision.
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.
• Experience of supervising assistant, trainee and qualified psychologists, and having completed the relevant training.
• Experience of providing teaching and training to psychologists or other professional groups.

Desirable

• Record of publications in either peer reviewed, academic or professional journals/books

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies for adult mental health
• Advanced theoretical knowledge of psychological approaches to mental health difficulties, and the evidence base for the relevant treatment.
• Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities.
• Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care.

Skills

Essential

• To deliver psychological therapy across cultural and other differences.
• To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources, on which expert opinion may differ.
• To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information.
• To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients and groups and carers, and to organise meetings such as CPAs and case reviews, and joint activities with staff of partner agencies.
• To plan projects and work schedules for groups of psychologists.
• To be expert in the skilled administration of psychometric tests, including skilled manipulation of test materials; and to be able to supervise others in administration of psychometric tests.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data
• Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups (

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bentley House CMHH

15-21 Headstone Drive

Harrow & Wealdstone

HA3 5QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KR1: Clinical and Client Care

• To provide highly specialist psychological assessments for older adults presenting with frailty, cognitive impairment, dementia, delirium, complex physical health needs, and associated psychological distress.

• To deliver evidencebased psychological interventions tailored to older adults, including those with cognitive impairment, sensory loss, or communication difficulties.

• To provide culturally sensitive psychological support and interventions for carers and families, including psychoeducation, coping strategies, and emotional support.

• To assess and manage clinical risk, including selfneglect, vulnerability, safeguarding concerns, and behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD).

• To act as a keyworker or care coordinator where appropriate, contributing to care planning, review processes, and multidisciplinary decisionmaking.

• To support early identification of psychological needs within the frailty pathway to prevent deterioration and reduce unnecessary hospitalisation.

KR2: Contributing to Team or Service Clinical Functioning

• To contribute to a psychologically informed framework, promoting traumainformed, personcentred, and strengthsbased approaches.

• Facilitate and evaluate Community Psychology initiatives (Dementia Hub)

• To support the team in delivering accessible and culturally competent services to diverse older adult populations.

• To challenge discrimination and promote inclusive practice, particularly in relation to age, cognitive impairment, disability, and cultural background.

• To provide specialist psychological consultation to MDT colleagues (e.g., geriatricians, nurses, AHPs, social care, primary care teams).

• To liaise with referrers, GPs, acute hospitals, community teams, and voluntary sector partners to support integrated care planning.

• To use psychological theory and research to inform team practice and service development.

KR3: Policy and Service Development

• To implement and contribute to the development of policies and procedures within the Frailty Service.

• To participate in service development projects aimed at improving psychological care pathways, reducing hospital admissions, and enhancing carer support.

• To support service user and carer involvement in shaping frailty services.

KR4: Care or Management of Resources

• To use Trust resources responsibly and maintain equipment appropriately.

• To identify future resource needs and request supplies as required for clinical work.

KR5: Management and Supervision

• To provide clinical supervision and case consultation to junior psychologists, assistant psychologists, and trainees.

• To supervise the psychological work of MDT colleagues where appropriate.

• To contribute to recruitment and appraisal processes for psychology staff.

• To support the development of psychologically informed practice across frailty and older adult services.

KR6: Teaching and Training

• To deliver teaching and training to MDT colleagues, pre and postqualification psychologists, and other professionals on topics such as dementia, delirium, frailty, cognitive assessment, and carer support.

• To maintain uptodate knowledge of developments in clinical psychology, frailty care, and older adult mental health, and to apply this knowledge in practice.

• To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations, reports, and publications.

KR7: RecordKeeping and Information Governance

• To ensure all clinical documentation meets Trust and professional standards, including accurate electronic recordkeeping.

• To maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.

KR8: Research and Development

• To initiate, conduct, and supervise service evaluations and audits relevant to frailty, dementia, delirium, and psychological wellbeing.

• To contribute to research activity within the service, including specialist areas such as cognitive assessment or carer interventions.

• To support the development and implementation of outcome measures across the frailty pathway.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry-level qualification in Applied Psychology (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level additional training) that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration.
• Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical or Counselling Psychology
• Additional training in a specialised area of psychological practice through formal post qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, or an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma.
• Completed training course in clinical supervision
• Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC

Desirable

• Neuropsychology training

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in older adults services.
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature including dementia, delirium and functional difficulties
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee psychologists having completed the relevant training.
• Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.
• Experience of carrying out post-doctoral research, audit or service evaluation projects.

Desirable

• Experience working in acute care and in care homes.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for OA
• Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment
• Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities.
• Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care.

Desirable

• CST training

Skills

Essential

• To deliver psychological therapy across cultural and other differences.
• To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources.
• To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information.
• To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients and groups and carers, and for meetings such as CPAs and case reviews
• To plan allocation of tasks to assistant psychologists.
• To be skilled in the administration of psychometric and neuropsychological tests, including those that require complex manipulation of test materials.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data
• Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bentley house

Bentley House, Harrow, HA35QX

Harrow, London

HA35QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the full duties and responsibilities of the role.

The principal areas of responsibility include:

• Highly specialist stroke physiotherapy assessment and treatment;
• ESD referral, transfer-of-care and caseload coordination;
• Multidisciplinary rehabilitation and case management;
• Clinical leadership, supervision and staff development;
• Clinical governance, SSNAP, audit and outcome monitoring; andservice development and implementation of national and local stroke standards

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy
• Current Registration with Health and Care Professions Council as Physiotherapist
• Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/ CPD
• Member of specialist interest group

Desirable

• MSc , management course or equivalent level of study

Previous Experience

Essential

• Specialist stroke experience
• Awareness of NSF long term conditions and NICE guidelines
• Experience of teaching, supervision and mentoring of students of physiotherapy and other AHP's
• Experience of spasticity and orthotics management
• Experience of splinting and specialised seating
• Experience of audit/policy/research
• Experience of performance management and appraisal.
• Strong concept of case management role

Desirable

• Specialist community experience
• Experience of FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive clinical knowledge and skills encompassing a wide range of different complex conditions including stroke.
• Sound assessment skills with advanced clinical reasoning and analytical ability especially with multipathology.
• Ability to critically appraise information/ journal articles
• Keyboard skills and ability to access information via the internet.
• Evidence of self-directed learning and reflective practice
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload pressure
• Time management skills
• Presentation skills and the ability to pass on skills and knowledge to others (patients and staff).
• Knowledge of developments within NHS community rehabilitation and physiotherapy profession
• Knowledge of equipment provision, wheelchair provision and special seating needs.

Other

Essential

• Able to use car for work and carry equipment
• Able to read map or use own navigation device

Desirable

• Current driving licence and access to car for community visits

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Beaufort House

Uxbridge

UB8 1QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To provide a highly specialist psychology service to patients of Clinical Health Psychology with long-term conditions such as HIV, and problems in relation to sexuality and sexual health including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.

To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment.

To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a specialist in Clinical Health Psychology, especially in the above areas

To undertake service evaluation, audit and research.

To work as an autonomous professional within BPS and HCPC guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by principles and policies or procedures of the service, taking responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters.

To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in HIV and sexual health or a relevant speciality
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature in HIV, sexual health or a relevant speciality
• Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.

Desirable

• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee psychologists having completed the relevant training.
• Experience of carrying out post-doctoral research, audit or service evaluation projects.

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or equivalent
• Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for a range of problems addressed by Clinical Health Psychology
• Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities.
• Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis
• Familiarity with factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care.

Desirable

• Interest in, and experience of Neuropsychological testing, especially with HIV populations and those with other infectious diseases Experience in other long-term conditions
• Experience of, or interest in, contributing to funded or unfunded research projects in the area of specialisation

Skills

Essential

• To deliver psychological therapy across cultural and other differences.
• To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources.
• To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information.
• To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients and groups and carers, and for meetings such as case reviews
• To plan allocation of tasks to assistant psychologists.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data.
• Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups

Desirable

• To be skilled in the administration of psychometric and neuropsychological tests, including those that require complex manipulation of test materials.

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multi disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles.
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate.
• Ability to develop and use complex multi media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic meetings
• Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions, and to deal with unexpected interruptions or changes during these.
• Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour.
• Ability to manage, with appropriate support as necessary, verbal aggression and hostility directed at self.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

W2 St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll do

The postholder will act as a lead analyst to provide specialist analytical support and proactively inform internal or external stakeholders about UHS workforce. This will be achieved by identifying, manipulating and analysing data from a range of sources across the Trust (and benchmarking with other trusts where necessary) to draw expert conclusions.

You will be responsible for making recommendations designed to support workforce planning, lead on all data quality and recording issues that may have a direct effect on UHS performance, staff and patient experience. Using advanced analytics, data science tools and techniques to monitor and report on key performance indicators and metrics that relate to strategic objectives and understanding.

There is also a requirement to review and develop the business intelligence service to improve access to information, quality and reporting elements to fulfil our local and national reporting and planning expectations.

The postholder must have knowledge and experience of the NHS, ideally knowledge of BI tools, national reporting and planning requirements and possess excellent communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines are key, along with the following:

Project management skills and ability to lead people or services Experience in annual operational planning in the NHS Excellent ability to design, negotiate and deliver flexible creative solutions within key timescales. High attention to detail, customer-facing skills and an enthusiasm for working collaboratively with others; Specific knowledge of business intelligence tools, information analysis, data management and reporting, along with coding and automation abilities (examples such as SQL, VBA, QlikView, Power BI, Data warehousing, Python, etc) Experience in gathering and analysing information and requirements and proficient in the use of MS Office and the suite of applications; The ability to communicate highly complex information clearly at all levels across the organisation, both written and verbally; A flexible and organised approach with a proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multi-task, seeking advice and escalating issues where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications / training required

Essential

• Educated to masters level in a numerate discipline or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience within a health informatics environment e.g. at senior analyst/principal analyst level
• Continuing development of knowledge and expertise within field

Desirable

• Healthcare workforce, information, analytics, data science or computing background.
• Evidence of continuing professional education in a relevant discipline, such as Healthcare, workforce data, intelligence, planning, management

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the use of software to create new tools and resources.
• Able to demonstrate the use of software to process raw data, create complex reports and provide information outputs
• Experience and expertise in information management and delivery
• Knowledge of NHS workforce based data, staff information or administration systems (eg. ESR, electronic rostering systems) and operational reporting requirements
• Project management and implementation experience
• Demonstrable use of Management Information Systems and associated reporting tools at an advanced level
• Able to demonstrate extensive experience of information analysis and reporting
• Adaptation, creation, and implementation of policy and procedures within information setting
• PC computing environment including the use of desktop software at an advanced level
• Expertise and experience in dealing with identifiable data and commercially sensitive data
• Experience of leading service delivery to meet set timescales and deadlines

Desirable

• Experience within the subject area of healthcare mandatory reporting and data intelligence for all staffing groups with awareness of workforce pathways and environmental factors.
• Experience within the subject area of workforce planning, forecasting, activity based staff management and knowledge of NHS acute sector operational requirements
• Has used corporate or industry standard software to extract, transform and load data from different systems or sources.
• In depth specialist experience working as an analyst or analytics lead within a healthcare intelligence or reporting environment
• Reporting using SQL and SQL based tools on relational databases
• Experience of using or creating benchmarking / comparative analysis.
• Experience of training people how to use software / systems / information
• Experience of information management and delivery within the acute hospital sector
• Experience with using national NHS datasets.
• Has produced or interpreted advanced data visualisations within a professional capacity.
• Team and staff management at team head level or above

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Will have the knowledge and skills to provide the fundamental care needs for individual patients under the direction and supervision of the registered practitioner, the following can be undertaken in the band 2 training period, following the GWH standards of care. These duties will be repetitive, routine and familiar, following the patient care plan and consent gained from the patient which must include;

Caring and communication with kindness and compassion

Personal Care including catheter care (if required)

Nutrition and Hydration support

Pressure Area Care

Collect specimens (routine bodily fluids only)

Moving and handling

Documentation including food & fluid charts and outcome sheets. Environmental maintenance

Performing care in line with risk assessments and care plans

Ensure all clinical rooms are stocked up with appropriate clinical forms and patient information sheets

Assist with the preparation of medical notes to facilitate the running of clinics.

Escort to other departments (except theatre)

Instigate Emergency procedure

Completion of accident / incident forms

Promote person centred values and provide support for patients wellbeing and fulfilment

Please see job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths & English grade D or above or Level 1 functional skills in Literacy & Numeracy
• QCF or NVQ Level 2 in a health related subject

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Some experience in a care / health role
• Driver with access to a vehicle

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Devizes Hospital

Devizes

SN10 1EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
• * Registered with Health Care Professions Council
• * Evidence of CPD including recent post graduate training relevant to clinical speciality
• * Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

Desirable

• * Postgraduate degree relevant to clinical area
• * Leadership training
• * Attendance at Clinical Educators Course

Experience

Essential

• * Post graduate experience in relevant clinical areas working with patients with a variety of acute and chronic conditions.
• * Demonstrates clinical experience enabling the post holder to manage a caseload of patients within this speciality.
• * Demonstrates a specialist knowledge in speech and language therapy and specialist area, across the range of procedures and working practices with the appropriate theoretical and practical experience
• * Well-established knowledge of assessment tools and a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to clinical area.
• * Experience of involvement in objective upper airway and swallowing assessments (e.g. FEES, VFS, CLP/CLE)
• * Experience of training and supervision of SLT students
• * Experience of training staff groups at all levels
• * Experience of leading audit / quality initiatives on a regular basis
• * Attendance at post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area and speech and language therapy
• * CPD Portfolio sharing evidence of attendance at mandatory training and evidence of in-service training
• * Evidence of working effectively in partnership with others within multi disciplinary teams and across agencies.

Desirable

• * Experience of staff management
• * Awareness of or participation in research relevant to clinical specialism

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Registered Level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC Register
• *Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC
• *Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing
• *SACT Passport or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• *Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
• *Experience of delivering SACT in oncology setting
• *Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/ competence
• *Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
• *Willingness to become a Mentor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship
• *Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
• *Understanding of preceptorship and work-based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge
• *Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
• *Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity
• *Awareness of health and safety issues

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Professional appearance
• *Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned
• *Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• *Ability to communicate articulately others
• *Caring and approachable
• *Punctual, reliable
• *Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Overview1. To provide high quality and evidence based occupational therapy assessment and interventions, both group and individual, to people who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways.2. To communicate effectively with people who access services, carers, the multi-disciplinary team and when appropriate outside agencies.3. To contribute to the generic functioning of the team.4. To provide supervision and mentoring to more junior occupational therapists, occupational therapy apprenticeships, support workers and activities coordinators, and therapy assistants (as appropriate)5. To provide occupational therapy student placements.6. To contribute to service development and audits.7. To take on the role of lead professional for individuals care as appropriate.

The job will be within our Waverley Neighbourhood Mental Health service and be working across Serious Mental Illness/Complex Emotional Needs and Frailty/Later life pathways, The postholder will be expected to work flexibly to support the provision of the OT care pathway across the locality.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy Professional Qualification
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Completion of a Fieldwork Educators' course

Experience

Essential

• Relevant Clinical Experience
• Experience of using relevant occupational therapy assessment and implementing interventions
• Experience in applying knowledge of the impact of health and disability on occupational performance, participation and identity
• Experience of using multiple occupational frames of reference and approaches

Desirable

• Experience of contributing to service development/project work
• Experience as a supervisor
• Experience of group facilitation
• Experience working with the elderly

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 Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Berkeley House, 11-13 Ockford Road,

Godalming,

GU7 1QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Psychologist will work within a prison, where the need for specialised psychological support is paramount. This role focuses on embedding a trauma-informed and multidisciplinary approach to care, aimed at minimizing further re-traumatization for people in prison while also addressing the impact and secondary trauma of staff to reduce burnout. As a clinical leader, the Senior Psychologist will develop and implement evidence-based interventions that foster resilience and recovery among men in prison, while simultaneously providing support and training to staff to enhance their understanding of trauma and its effects. By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the Senior Psychologist will ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health care, develop and implement trauma informed and evidence-based treatment programs in line with the Psychological Therapies Services (PTS) model, and contribute to the formulation of policies and practices that promote psychological wellbeing. In addition to clinical responsibilities, this position includes managerial expectations, such as overseeing junior/trainee psychologists, coordinating mental health services, and contributing to the development of policies that promote a supportive environment for both patients and staff. By cultivating culture of empathy and understanding, the Senior Psychologist will play a crucial role in improving the overall psychological well-being of the prison population and the staff, ultimately contributing to a more effective and compassionate correctional environment.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical -

To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.

To provide specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;

To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;

To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;

To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;

To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;

To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;

To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;

To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;

To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;

To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;

To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;

To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.

In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;

Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;

Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.

Teaching, training and supervision

To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;

To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;

To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;

To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;

Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;

To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;

To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.

Management, recruitment, policy and service development

To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;

To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;

To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;

Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;

To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;

To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);

To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;

Research, service evaluation & audit

To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;

To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;

To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation

To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work

To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Professional -

To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;

To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);

To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;

To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;

To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare

To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;

To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.

Other

This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

2 Stocken Hall Rd

Stretton

Oakham

Rutland

LE15 7RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To Perform a specialist Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy role within the directorate clinical speciality, for patients on own caseload, many complex/highly complex needs.
• To perform more advanced and detailed assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of complex conditions and comorbidities; providing a plan and goals to develop, and to deliver an individualised treatment programme to our patients in ward areas.
• To work closely with Therapy colleagues to provide joint Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy assessments and treatment plans enabling efficient use of Therapies Team resources.

To manage a caseload and be responsible for a defined area of the service, working without direct supervision, managing attendance of board rounds and ward meetings to contribute significantly to patient flow when ward based.

• To pro-actively contribute to the timely and efficient discharge planning process for patients by selecting and implementing appropriate assessments and interventions, promoting a joint therapies approach with Physiotherapy colleagues.
• To be highly skilled in identifying pathways of patient care and to have awareness of discharge plans and suitable discharge locations.
• Provide clinical support and access to advice and supervision for junior staff
• Day to day management and supervision of ward/ therapy teams including Band 5 therapists and band 3/4 therapy support workers as well as Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy students
• To constantly improve clinical and professional practice and performance within the therapy services
• To act as a source of expertise, demonstrating advanced knowledge and skill in the role and educate other healthcare professionals as to the therapy role.
• Support to band 7 and 8 Therapy colleagues in the day-to-day running of the urgent care team including staff appraisals, clinical projects, benchmarking, teaching and service evaluation.
• Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and teams clinical practice.
• To promote the achievement of Northampton General Hospitals vision and values:

Our therapy service covers 7 days per week, including bank holidays. The successful candidate will be expected to be part of the weekend service rota.

Compassion. Accountability. Respect. Integrity. Courage.

Person Specification

Education, training and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Honours (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration.
• UK work permit

Desirable

• Pursuing or willing to undertake post graduate training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Participation in work based learning
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Evidence of knowledge and understanding of the Clinical Quality Care standards
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Completion of some core band 5 rotations (orthopaedics, medical, surgical, stroke, elderly medicine
• Experience of working with acutely deteriorating respiratory patients (For Physiotherapy applicants)

Desirable

• Current band 5 experience within an acute hospital setting.
• Experience of leading work based learning
• Experience and knowledge of Clinical Governance
• Experience of working in Urgent Care / Frailty Teams
• Current experience in respiratory on call work (For Physiotherapy Applicants)

Skills

Essential

• Experience of interpersonal working
• Good written and verbal communication
• Able to manage caseload autonomously
• Able to assess a patient's needs and formulate a treatment plan ( with short and long term aims)
• Able to delegate effectively

Desirable

• Have experience in supporting and mentoring students
• Ability to drive Trust vehicles for assessments in patient's homes (OTs)
• Teaching and presentation 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).

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work autonomously and within departmental teams to provide excellent occupational therapy or physiotherapy care to a diverse client group.
• To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients.
• To provide specialist occupational therapy or physiotherapy advice to MDT colleagues in clinical areas.
• To carry out assessment and develop treatment plans for all patients within the designated caseload without direct supervision, ensuring appropriate feedback to patient, carers and colleagues regarding findings and patient progression.
• Analyse and take into consideration results of medical tests, scans and x-rays to formulate and adapt therapy treatment plans.
• To assess capacity, gain valid, informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment independently.
• To undertake the assessment of patients who may have complex or chronic presentation, and to determine clinical problems and the indicated treatment.
• To plan, deliver and evaluate effective and appropriate treatments in partnership with the patient, MDT colleagues and the wider service providers.
• To constantly monitor patients responses to treatments and interventions and propose changes which may directly influence other MDT actions.
• To act as part of the MDT in facilitating appropriate and safe discharges.
• To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the medical, nursing and MDT staff to ensure delivery of a coordinated multidisciplinary service including attendance at ward rounds, MDT and discharge meetings.
• To make appropriate and thorough onward referrals
• To assist colleagues to train, supervise and help manage the workload of band 2 and 3 staff and some students on clinical placements.
• To decide priorities for own caseload, balancing other patient-related and professional demands, ensuring that the priorities remain in accordance with the whole team
• To be responsible for issuing and ordering specialist equipment, ensuring correct and safe use.
• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own clinical work, including the management of designated caseload of patients, ensuring a high standard of clinical care at all times.
• To continually develop an up-to-date knowledge base and maintain own continuous professional development folder.
• To undertake evaluation of own and the teams work, reflecting on current practices and experiences in order to continue own professional development.
• To be an active member of the therapy in-service training programme by preparing for and attending meetings, tutorials, training sessions and external courses.
• To maintain up-to-date Trust mandatory training.

Person Specification

Shortlisting Criteria Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HPC registered ( or evidence of application for HPC)

Desirable

• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, an understanding of their roles and respect for the other professionals within the team.
• Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Trauma & Orthopaedics, Medical, Respiratory, Neurology
• Entry level assessment and treatment knowledge required for Acute Hospital setting.
• Demonstrable proactive approach to own learning and CPD.
• Experience of working in a team of people.

Desirable

• Experience of participation in work based learning
• Awareness of structure, and current important issues effecting the inpatient physiotherapy department at Northampton General Hospital
• Ability to access knowledge to improve patient care
• Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Trauma & Orthopaedics, Medical, Respiratory, Neurology

Skills

Essential

• Able to assess a patient's needs and plan a treatment plan with short and long term goals
• Able to manage caseload autonomously and work as part of team
• Able to modify and progress patient treatment
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication
• Able to get to the hospital within 45 minutes (for on call purposes)
• Ability to work in situations and conditions that may involve: Physical effort (e.g. therapeutic handling, moving patients) Mental effort (e.g. concentration levels) Emotional effort (e.g. distressing and traumatic circumstances)

Desirable

• Car driver with access to vehicle during working hours, appropriate driving license and car insurance
• Basic IT and presentation 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).

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptoshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a values-based leader who demonstrates compassion, integrity, inclusion and accountability in everything they do.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a visible and approachable leader.
• Lead with authenticity, humility and compassion.
• Create an environment where staff feel valued, listened to and empowered.
• Foster a culture of openness, learning and continuous improvement.
• Champion equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Build trust across professional, organisational and system boundaries.
• Hold themselves and others to high standards while supporting people to succeed.

We want someone who can balance challenge with support, pace with compassion, and delivery with engagement.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation with ambitious plans for the future and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for patients and communities.

You will work alongside dedicated colleagues who are passionate about making a difference and who understand that sustainable improvement is achieved through strong relationships, shared purpose and collective leadership.

For a full list of all roles and responsibilities please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Midwife.
• MSc in relevant subject, or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Evidence of leadership development

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Expensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance systems, infection prevention and control and children's and adults safeguarding.
• Extensive experience of leading and directing change in clinical practice with evidence of successful outcomes in a Provider Trust.
• Experience of improving the patient experience.
• Successful track record at senior leadership levels, including exposure at Board Level in a large complex organisation.
• An understanding of key NHS Service Quality and Safety Standards.
• Experience of developing and implementing transformation programmes with a track record of successful delivery against national and local targets.
• Demonstrable experience of setting and delivering a long-term vision, whilst responding to short-term challenges and opportunities.
• Experience of successfully delivering quality improvement programme
• Experience of supporting integration and collaboration across separate legal entities.
• Sound knowledge of clinical governance and risk management.
• Knowledge of national NHS policy and strategy.
• Ability to assess, analyse, synthesise and act upon complex data and information.

Skills

Essential

• Well-developed communication and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate teams and gain consensus at all levels within and between organisations.
• Ability to lead and work in multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong personal impact. Highly developed interpersonal, networking, advocacy, written and presentation skills that are persuasive and influential and develop relationships that inspire respect, trust and confidence with a wide range of organisations and individuals, both internally and externally.
• Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to think and act strategically/laterally, maintain a clear view of the issues affecting the Trusts.
• The ability to translate strategic vision into operations, to communicate those objectives and ensure they are actioned.
• Demonstrable success in building, leading, motivating and developing multi-disciplinary teams and promoting, leading and implementing strategies and change programmes to secure continuous service improvement, successful outcomes and significant operational and service changes.
• Evidence of communicating successfully and working effectively in co-operation with a wide range of internal and external bodies, including statutory and non-statutory organisations, senior managers, colleagues and their representatives.
• Able to deal positively and promptly with colleagues' concerns and personal problems, challenge colleagues on any inappropriate behaviours or poor performance and investigate and deal with complaints as required.

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Kettering and Northampton

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for a full list of the duties of the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Specialist knowledge in stakeholder or community engagement, supported by significant relevant experience.
• Management, Marketing Master's degree or equivalent experience working at Master's level.
• Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
• Willingness and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base to meet the requirements of the post (with appropriate prior notice)
• Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel extensively, including overnight stays when required (with appropriate prior notice)

Experience

Essential

• Successful track record of Community Engagement leadership at a strategic level within an organisation of comparable scope, size and complexity.
• Experience in a senior stakeholder engagement role and of developing, delivering and evaluating stakeholder engagement programmes
• Demonstrable commitment to diversity and equality.
• Extensive project management/lead experience, coupled with a specialist understanding of project management techniques.
• Experience of working with faith / belief groups in a professional or personal capacity

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Newcastle Centre

Newcastle Upon Tyne

United Kingdom

NE2 4NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Good communication skills, verbal and written, and commitment to team working within a fast-paced environment is essential. As well as recent experience of working in an acute setting and moving and handling of patients.

As a therapy team we are continuously involved in service development and the post holder will be involved alongside the therapy team in new projects, service developments and initiatives to ensure best practice.

This post has some non-clinical responsibilities e.g. ordering and maintaining equipment stock levels, inputting data onto the IT systems and other administrative duties as required.

Regular supervision, competency and performance reviews and continued personal development are actively encouraged. The team also has regular team meetings and in-service teaching programmes.

Our service is provided over 7 days per week. The successful candidate will be expected to be part of the weekend service rota and the possibility of developing into extended hours.

To be an integral member of a Therapies team, to assist qualified therapy staff in assessing and carrying out specific therapy interventions for clients with more complex needs. This will include clients who have difficulties understanding and communicating.

Review and implement treatment programmes making necessary modifications prior to reporting back to a qualified therapist in line with the band 4 competency framework.Provide support and training to other qualified and non-qualified staff within the therapy team.

Manage and prioritise own case load independently, carry out delegated duties and work flexibly and at a fast pace in order to support the smooth running of the therapy department.

Provision of clinical services:Demonstrate a good understanding of medical conditions within the area of speciality / clinical pathway and the impact of these on the patients function and rehabilitation.

To have a holistic understanding of the patient and their condition, as well as the impact of psychosocial dynamics on their function.

To enable patients to co-operate in their rehabilitation programme using encouragement, reassurance, tact and sensitivity; overcome barriers to understanding with patients whose understanding is impaired.

To identify and implement correct treatment plans within known patient care pathways under the indirect supervision of a qualified therapist.

To assess and formulate treatment and discharge plans for patients as guided by the agreed treatment framework.

To identify patients that do not fall within care pathway / agreed framework and who need referral to qualified staff.

Using protocols and set processes to assess patients mobility and functional abilities and assess for and issue appropriate low level equipment.

To constantly assess patients stamina / understanding during treatment sessions and modify treatment as appropriate.

To work in a flexible and responsive way when under pressure.

To provide and receive complex patient care information with the multi-professional team, patients and carers in board rounds, ward rounds, family meetings and discharge planning meetings and use this information to modify patient care.

To assist / facilitate same day discharges under guidance of therapists.

To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment.

Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal and organisational requirements.

Be responsible for maintaining rehabilitation equipment in the department.

Improving patient and visitor experiences:To be a point of contact for patients and relatives in the clinical area.

To communicate factual and sometimes complex information to patients and relatives with patientsconsent.

To contribute to the development and sharing of patient and carer information.

Support with gathering and using patient feedback to help improve and develop services.

Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Be aware of ethical issues which impact on Therapy service provision and work under the guidance of Therapists in relation to this.

Using audit, evaluation and research:Through guidance from the qualified therapists, be aware of and implement, evidence based practice and outcome measures as appropriate to the clinical area.

Support therapists to implement agreed action plans from both national and local strategies, benchmarking standards and clinical audits as appropriate.

Participate in audit and research projects as required by service leads and collect data as required.

Support therapists to foster a culture which allows innovation and practice development within the clinical area.

Monitor outcomes of patient intervention using outcome measures

Person Specification

Education Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Personal portfolio of evidence of work based learning in healthcare
• Or NVQ level 4 in care related topic or good standard of education equivalent to A level or BTec

Desirable

• Foundation degree or equivalent in health related subject.
• A combination of short relevant courses

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Working in an acute NHS healthcare environment.
• Significant Experience of working with a broad range of medical conditions and age groups.
• Knowledge and understanding of roles, responsibilities and working practices of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists
• Recognise boundaries of own scope of practice and duty of care, seeking assistance as appropriate
• Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology relevant to Therapy care including muscle groups, gait and skeletal anatomy
• Understanding of the respiratory system and effects on the body and its function
• Basic IT skills including use of email
• Knowledge of the psychosocial elements of healthcare
• Principles of confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of working within a community based setting.
• Experience of working in Urgent Care and Frailty setting

Skills

Essential

• Well-developed communication skills, including interpersonal skills, liaison, influencing and negotiation.
• Ability to work on own without immediate support
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to delegate and organise others
• Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance
• Basic IT literacy, including use of emails in Microsoft or similar
• Ability to problem solve.
• Pass trust standard literacy and numeracy tests
• Good observation 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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptoshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Implement and record planned programmes of care and comprehensive functional and mobility assessments of patients as directed by a Therapist.

Assess and make recommendations for equipment, home adaptations, care provision and ongoing rehabilitation, reporting these to a Therapist.

Support patients through instruction and guidance in a range of activities, under the direction of a Therapist, in the achievement of identified treatment goals.

Take an active role in home assessments and other therapy/treatment sessions alongside a Therapist.

Independently carry out access visits to patients homes, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.

Provide advice to patients, their family and carers, teaching and demonstrating the safe use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients mobility, functional ability, safety and independence.

Build professional relationships with patients, their family and carers, through use of communication, reasoning and negotiating skills, respecting others views, culture and individuality.

Provide effective verbal and written reports to Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists and other multi-disciplinary team members relating to the patients performance and progress in their therapy interventions.

Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Contribute to the Therapy Services governance arrangements and to the work of selected groups (eg Risk Management, Health & Safety) acting as a service representative on such groups where appropriate.

Contribute towards service development activities through participation in team meetings and service development sessions.

Propose changes to processes and procedures carried out within own area of work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Therapy services.

Participate in team/departmental audit and evaluation as agreed with supervisor.

Ensure work areas are clean, tidy and well maintained, complying with Health & safety guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials.

Exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance, submitting accurate daily records of attendance on electronic timesheets.

Work flexibly across the week to include weekends, where weekend working is in operation.

Notify the team leader of sick leave as soon as possible in line with Trust policy.

In the absence of Therapy Technical Instructor colleagues through planned or unplanned leave, work flexibly to meet the prioritised needs of the Therapy services both within the team and across all service areas.

Comply with departmental guidelines for the safe use, care and maintenance of equipment and stock.

Take responsibility for the routine management of designated tasks in conjunction with Technical Instructor colleagues e.g. lease car maintenance, management of equipment orders.

Assist Therapy colleagues in the induction, training and education of other staff and studentswithin the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Confident manner with a positive approach and high levels of motivation
• Motivation for continued personal development and learning new skills
• Sensitive manner to be able to treat patients with dignity and respect
• Non-judgemental and able to work with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Professional manner and appearance

Skills

Essential

• Skills to produce clear and concise verbal reports and written documentation of therapy interventions.
• Skills to communicate effectively with patients, carers, team members, Therapy colleagues and other agencies
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to recognise own limitations and level of competency
• Physical ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment on a daily basis in a variety of environments
• Personal mobility to move across the hospital site between
• Personal mobility to move across the hospital site between wards/office/assessment areas and to venues outside the hospital e.g. to patients home
• Ability to respond positively and adapt to change
• Personal resources to cope when dealing with patients with complex conditions, acute or terminal illnesses, traumatic injuries, mental impairment and challenging behaviours on a daily basis
• Ability to work flexibly across the week, including weekends and bank holidays

Desirable

• Ability to drive Trust vehicles on home assessments and equipment deliveries
• IT skills (keyboard, Microsoft word, email and internet)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist in healthcare
• Understanding/insight into the impact of illness and disability on an individual
• Experience working face to face with members of the public
• Experience working as a member of a team

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Awareness of the impact of accident or illness on an individual
• Experience working as Band 2 or 3 clinical support worker within Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Education, Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of basic education e.g. GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Study to NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in Healthcare
• Training as an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy clinical support worker at Band 2 or 3

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• RMN/RN (Mental Health) NMC Registered / waiting registration

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience, but preceptorship may be available for newly qualified nurses.

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Later Life for Tandridge Neighbourhood Service

Tandridge Hub

Caterham

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead on the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme as defined within the service Lead on the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme as defined within the service specification, identifying packages of care based on the Universal, Targeted and Specialist models of service delivery. specification, identifying packages of care based on the Universal, Targeted and Specialist models of service delivery. SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Leadership programme or prepared to undertake a
• course.
• Proven clinical and managerial leadership ability
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the Public Health
• and Preventative Strategy.
• Working knowledge of child protection procedures and
• policies.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Health Visitor
• Public Health Specialist Practitioner Degree or Post
• Graduate diploma (or equivalent qualification pre-1988).
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and deliver education on a 1-1 or
• group setting.
• Required to have responsibility for a caseload and
• delegate appropriately, with ability to organise and
• prioritise workload.
• Ability to lead teams Public Health Nurses, Staff
• nurses and Assistant Practitioners.
• Report writing knowledge and skills.
• IT Competent.
• Maintain records as per NMC Guidelines/local policy. E
• Audit and research skills. E
• Ability to speak fluent English as stated in Part 7 of the
• Immigration Act (2016). E
• Working Conditions
• Working Arrangements
• Somerset Councils dynamic Working Strategy will be applied to this position
• Corporate Responsibilities
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, organisational policy, and professional
• codes of conduct to uphold standards of best practice.

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

Somerset County Council

Address

Somerset County Council

Chard Library

Holyrood Lace Mill

Chard

Somerset

TA20 2YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.somerset.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification.

• Monitoring and recording patients vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and reporting any abnormal results to registered nursing staff.
• Measuring and recording patients height and weight
• Checking patients MRSA status on arrival to OPD, under the supervision of senior nursing colleagues and screening patients if required
• Checking patients identification on arrival to unit and allergy status.
• Performing venepuncture, venous blood sampling and cannulation
• Undertakes clinical tasks relevant to the patients in OPD, following competency sign off, for example, ECG, urinalysis, MRSA screening swabs, recording of allergies on EPR, venepuncture and cannulation.
• Assists the nursing staff with the smooth running of clinics. Escorting and chaperoning patients where applicable.
• To provide support and supervision for the Band 2 HCAs working in the department.
• Demonstrates an understanding of infection control issues including attendance at mandatory training; an understanding of policy and procedure and accept responsibility for their own infection control practice and a willingness to challenge others practice.
• Demonstrates an understanding of nursing care plans and utilises them in line with trust policy and procedure.
• Understands the dietary needs of patients and utilises diet charts and fluid balance charts appropriately. Working alongside and liaising with members of the MDT as appropriate.
• Undertakes patient transfer and escort duties
• Collecting patients/patients medications from pharmacy
• Collects blood products from the laboratory in accordance with the hospital transfusion policy (The post holder will only perform this task after training and assessment of competency as per trust policy )
• Assisting in the provision of basic care to patients so as to ensure their comfort, cleanliness and well being.
• Reporting to nurses any problems arising during observation of, or conversations with, patients and carers.
• Co-operating with all colleagues to maintain a presentable and safe environment. Ensuring that all patient/public areas (including bedside where applicable) and utility rooms are clean and tidy at all times, and informing an appropriate member of staff when the required standard is not maintained.
• Preparing dressing/procedure trolleys, initially under the guidance of registered staff and following completed competency these tasks can be undertaken independently.
• Assisting nursing and medical staff where required with various clinical procedures, as delegated appropriately by a registered nurse.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ in Health & Social Care
• GCSE/equivalent
• Cavendish Care Certificate or equivalent (completed)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NEWs score
• Previous experience of working in a hospital setting or care setting

Desirable

• Understanding of working with patients who are critically and chronically ill

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good organisational skills
• Phlebotomy experience
• IT skills (ability to enter patient data onto computer records)
• Flexibility to meet service needs (eg shift work, covering other departments)

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 Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification

Initiate and manage day to day running of allocated trial(s) in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and RMH / ICR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) To complete applications to Research Ethics Committees (REC), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Committee for Clinical Research (CCR)/R&D for new research proposals To ensure trials do not commence until all regulatory, sponsor and local R&D requirements are satisfied Ensure delegation logs are in place for trials and that these are kept up to date Set up and maintain training records as appropriate for staff working on trials To liaise with commercial companies and other funders to establish funding and sponsor contracts for trials and to ensure adequate drug supply for the duration of the trials To liaise with R&D to ensure appropriate material transfer arrangements are in place for trials involving transfer or receipt of tissue Responsible for essential trial documentation compilation and maintenance in Trial Master Files / Trial Site Files / eFiles To liaise with the R&D, pharmacy, finance, contracts and laboratories in set up of trials To assist with data entry and review for the commercial hosted clinical trials.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Life sciences (or equivalent) degree

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of clinical trials and regulations governing clinical research
• Minimum of one year's experience of working in a clinical trials setting
• Experience of data entry and data management

Desirable

• Recent Good Clinical Practice training
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Experience of working in the field of cancer

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills including access, excel and power point
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise effectively and manage own workload
• Ability to interact confidently with experts and nonexperts alike
• Ability to maintain adherence to written procedures
• Good attention to detail

Other Requirements

Desirable

• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas to attend meetings and conferences
• Willingness to be flexible around contracted working hours ie to attend MDT/research meetings etc

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 Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)