Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibility

01) To manage a patient caseload, identified in consultation with medical, nursing and other professions and agreed by the CMHT Team Leader.

02) To establish and maintain effective individualised nursing and social care by assessment of patients problems; planning; implementation and evaluation of agreed interventions; clear and concise documentation of individualised client care and use of electronic patient record systems.

03) To be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and refer physical conditions on as appropriate.

04) Establish therapeutic relationships with individual clients, relatives and carers.

05) Be responsible for the administration, carriage and storage of medication in accordance with relevant Trust policies. To ensure safe disposal of equipment used in the Community e.g. syringes, needles, in accordance with Trust policies.

06) Be responsible for the administration of prescribed medical treatments and monitoring effects in accordance with clinical procedures adopted by the Trust.

07) Use research findings in designing nursing care programmes and develop awareness of the significance of nursing research and wider evidence based practice in community mental health care.

08) Participate and be responsible for running nurse led clinics e.g. Clozapine.

09) Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of patients with mental health problems and develop strategies to meet those needs; e.g. self-help groups, respite care, Carers Act.

10) Ensure that the principle of continuity of care is maintained and that appropriate plans are made for clients discharge and transfer from the clinical areas in line with Care Programme Approach (including acting as care coordinator), Community Care Act 1990 and Discharge Policies and the National Service Framework for Mental Health.

11) To have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and subsequent legislation as it affects the client group.

12) To participate in the Trusts adverse incidents reporting systems and comply with the Trusts procedure and techniques for managing risks.

Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility

01) Assist in identifying training needs with the community team for self and team members.

02) Act as preceptor and mentor for learner nurses.

03) Participate in annual appraisal, professional development and mandatory training.

Managers have a duty to promote and support staffs personal health and wellbeing at all times, this includes both physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Managers have a responsibility to support staff by directing employees to services that are available to everyone to help in managing health and wellbeing.

They should be open and approachable as well as proactive in discussing and agreeing a process to monitor an employees mental and physical health.

Financial Responsibility

01) To assist the Team Manager to manage the Team budget effectively.

02) Comply with relevant Trust and Team financial policies and procedures to ensure cost effective and efficient use of team and Trust resources.

Service Development and Improvement

01) To be involved in clinical audit and evaluation of mental health services within secondary care. Playing an enthusiastic role in the achievement of the teams contribution to achieving NSF objectives for the service at a local level and contribute to such audit requirements (of own practice and recording) as are requested from time to time.

02) To contribute to data collection and entry as part of audit and evaluation of such services.

03) To participate fully in training relevant to the delivery of the services outlined above.

04) To actively seek supervision for all aspects of the post.

05) To recognise personal and professional limitations.

Communications

01) To provide and receive complex, sensitive and contentious information using developed skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation, empathy and re-assurance to ensure client assessments, care planning, reviews and other tasks can be completed.

02) To be able to communicate with clarity, tact and purpose in all relevant situations.

03) To be able to use effectively a range of modes of communication including verbal, by email, by telephone, in formal reports, written clinical notes and in presentations taking into account issues of confidentiality.

04) To be able to communicate to people at various points within the hierarchy of relevant organisations.

05) Ensure effective and confidential communication between medical, nursing, social care and health care agents on significant information governing patient care and treatment. Adhere to NMC Code of Conduct and the HPFT policies on confidentiality and information sharing.

06) To keep accurate records on all clients in accordance with Trust Policy and guidance from professional bodies.

07) To collect data in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

08) To collect and submit activity statistics as required.

Other

Physical Working Conditions and Environment

01) The post holder is based within the Community Mental Health Team and will be expected to visit people within their own homes, or a variety of public places or voluntary organisations within the community as well as GP practices throughout the Trust.

02) The post holder will also be expected to carry out duties such as Phlebotomy or giving intramuscular injections on a frequent basis and dealing with people daily who display a full spectrum of behaviour from potentially violent and aggressive to suicidal and extremely distressed.

03) Travel throughout the County is required.

Knowledge and Skills Framework

01) The post holder will be expected to meet the requirements of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) appropriate outline for the post.

Car driver essential as a majority of the posts are community based, the post holder will need a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes including business insurance (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

For full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing

Desirable

• ENB 998 / Preceptorship and Mentorship

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Demonstrable post-registration experience at Band 5 in a relevant Mental Health Setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Working knowledge of MHA (1983), CPA, Risk Assessment and Section 25 etc
• Effective multi-professional team communication and team working. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate Nursing care with Supervision. Medication administration.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting.
• Understanding of the National Service Framework.
• Understanding Primary / Secondary Care interface
• Successful change experiences

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, service users, carers and relatives. Also, with a range of local statutory and non-statutory agencies

Desirable

• High standard of report writing

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Able to elicit information from service users, carers and professional staff in regard to a wide range of topics
• Ability to use problem solving techniques in a variety of situations
• Able to manage own time and caseload and have good administration skills
• Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathetic or reassuring skills are 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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stevenage Adult Community Mental Health Services

Saffron Ground, Ditchmore Lane

STEVENAGE

SG1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work in collaboration with the Mid Essex Talking Therapies Operational Manager, to ensure the highest standards of practice and service delivery.

To provide day to day management, leadership and supervision to a multidisciplinary primary care team.

You will ensure that the needs of service users are met through the effective deployment of staff.

You will also maintain a clinical role and/ or a caseload dependent on sector need.

You will ensure, in collaboration with other professional colleagues that professional practice meets standards as set by HPFT and/or professional statutes and bodies.

For a more detailed Job and person specification please read the attached document before applying

Person Specification

Qualifications / Education / Training

Essential

• Masters level qualification in management or management-related discipline or equivalent level of knowledge gained through management experience.
• Core profession/relevant psychological experience

Desirable

• Leadership course or willing to undertake a relevant programme.
• Higher management qualification i.e., MBA LEAN training.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in a general management role in a complex organisation
• NHS experience
• Experience of leading and managing teams Inc. recruitment and selection, staff appraisal, personal development, and performance management
• Budget management
• Experience of managing multiple & complex tasks within tight deadlines
• Experience of developing and improving health services
• Experience of developing planning and implementing new ways of working, using appropriate methodology

Skills / Knowledge / Ability

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload with minimum levels of direct supervision
• Ability to use judgement and analytical methods
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with clinical and non-clinical colleagues at all levels
• Ability to positively negotiate on a range of issues with all staff groups and at all levels
• Able to work flexibly according to the needs of the service and adapt to changing environments
• A commitment to improving patient services through an ability to sustain a clear performance focus on achieving demanding goals
• Ability to apply frequent concentration
• Able to work using own initiative and as part of a team
• Successful team leadership/motivation skills and ability to develop others
• Experience of managing staff and performance
• Ability to produce clear, detailed, and succinct written reports
• Ability to use a range of IT skills i.e., keyboard skills, manipulate data, data analysis

Analytical Skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse information quickly and effectively, thereby ensuring correct pathway is chosen
• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write report, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Understanding of demand and capacity metrics and resource planning methods
• Excellent accurate keyboard skills
• Excellent telephone skills and manner
• Excellent IT knowledge

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tekhnicon House

Springwood Drive

Braintree

CM7 2YN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work with the Chief Pharmacist and a team of clinical pharmacists and technicians to provide and support the integrated delivery of pharmaceutical care initiatives to patients with mental and physical health needs and learning disabilities in identified areas of HPFT to ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medicines.
• To provide highly specialist pharmaceutical advice concerning the care and treatment of service users in Mental Health (including Forensics) and Learning Disabilities Services and to promote safe, effective and evidence-based cost effective use of medicines within the Trust.
• To actively lead the provision and development of pharmaceutical services to a specific division.
• To provide highly specific advice to clinical team members on the management of complex medicines related issues, such as complex drug interactions, medicines use in pregnancy, unlicensed/off-label use of medicines etc.
• To provide and receive highly complex, highly sensitive or highly contentious information, where developed persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathetic or re-assurance skills are required. This may be because agreement or co-operation is required or because there are barriers to understanding. This may also involve presenting complex, sensitive or contentious information to a large group of staff, service users or carers.
• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide clinical pharmaceutical support to designated areas in order to maximise benefits and minimise risk to service users. This will include medicines reconciliation, prescription review, medication reviews, identification and management of drug interactions and adverse effects, advice on clinical monitoring, medicines information, advising on supply problems, compliance with legislation, compliance with Trust policies and guidelines and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings where appropriate.

For a more detailed description, please see attached job description and person specification. For more information contact Darshni Haria (current post holder), darshni.haria@nhs.net or Georgia Michael, g.michael@nhs.net

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• BPharm / MPharm / BSc Pharmacy
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) (no restrictions)
• Postgraduate clinical pharmacy certificate/ diploma or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrates own CPD record/ or documented CPD

Desirable

• Postgraduate Certificate/diploma in Psychiatric Therapeutics or equivalent experience
• Postgraduate diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Leadership or Management Qualification
• Independent prescribing qualification (or working towards)
• Member of the RPS Education and Standards Committee
• Post-registration Foundation or Core advanced credentialed with RPS

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working in a secondary care setting, (demonstrable post qualification hospital pharmacy practice)
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of involvement in clinical pharmacy provision and in operational management
• Writing and reviewing of policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Documented evidence of completed audit work and research practice
• Good, broad clinical knowledge and ability to apply to a ward, community and dispensary setting
• Experience in managing workload

Desirable

• Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team in mental health and learning disabilities
• Evidence of education, training, performance management and development of staff
• Good management skills - including recruitment, supervision, and appraisals
• Experience showing leadership skills or equivalent
• Managing quality and cost effectiveness initiatives
• Experience in incident analysis and investigation
• Awareness of current issues facing the NHS
• Experience of project management
• Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
• Experience of chairing committees

SKILLS / COMMUNICATION

Essential

• Advanced IT skills and comprehensive use of Microsoft office including power point and excel
• An ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
• An ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team
• Engaging, compassionate and caring communication skills when dealing with patients/family/carers on complex/sensitive issues
• Experience of delivering training to staff
• Highly developed physical skills in dispensing, preparing, and checking of medicines involving a high level of accuracy.
• English language competency sufficient to communicate effectively with all staff and deliver education sessions in an appropriate form
• Advanced computer, keyboard and mouse skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Confident, able to influence and assertive when dealing with other professionals.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Team player with leadership skills
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates empathy towards client groups
• Shows initiative and has well-developed problemsolving skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and numeracy skills

Desirable

• Ability to analyse highly complex information, both clinical, financial, and managerial

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Advanced theoretical and technical, clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to the promotion of high quality, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines, including a wide range of work procedures and practices
• An awareness of NHS Plan, and clinical governance priorities
• Good knowledge of all medicines legislation relating to the supply and storage of medicines

ABILITY

Essential

• Able to deal with conflicting demands on workload and frequent interruptions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to influence other professionals
• Able to communicate with service users
• Able to impart complex information in a manner understandable to junior staff and students.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Able to make judgements involving complex facts or situations which require analysis, interpretation, and comparison of a range of options
• Able to critically appraise clinical trial data and research papers.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Essential

• Moving handling of laptop and other materials
• Driving across Hertfordshire to different bases/units
• Able to work late duties/ bank holidays/weekends as per rota/take part in annual stock take

MENTAL EFFORT

Essential

• The job will require frequent use of VDU equipment every day and intense concentration in a sometimes-noisy open plan office environment
• The post holder may encounter challenging/hostile service users when visiting the mental health units
• Communication of complex information about medicines regarding individual service users within own organisation and across other organisations for example commissioning organisations, acute trusts, or community pharmacy

VALUES/MOTIVATIONAL/PERSONAL QUALITIES /DIVERSITY

Essential

• Welcoming/Kind/Positive/Respectful/Professional

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy, Kingfisher Court, Kingsley Green, Radlett, Hertfordshire. WD7 9FB

Kingsley Green

Radlett

WD7 9FB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop and deliver highly specialist, evidencebased nursing interventions for service users, drawing on a wide range of theoretical frameworks and treatment modalities to meet complex mental health needs. To provide timely and accessible care through a combination of clinicbased, community, and outreach models, in line with service priorities and recoveryfocused practice.

To offer highly specialist clinical advice and consultation to colleagues and external agencies regarding assessment, formulation, and treatment, working autonomously within professional, ethical, and organisational guidelines.

To offer senior clinical oversight, leading on crisis management, supporting complex decisionmaking, and ensuring timely escalation of risk, safeguarding, and urgent clinical concerns in line with Trust policies.

To carecoordinate a defined caseload of service users, undertaking highly specialist assessments and delivering integrated, personcentred care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

In collaboration with senior and junior colleagues, to contribute to the development of nursing practice across the service, including the provision of clinical supervision to nursing staff.

To actively engage in clinical supervision, appraisal, and continuing professional development, maintaining and enhancing advanced clinical competencies.

To work collaboratively and provide specialist nursing consultation to colleagues within HPFT and external partner agencies, supporting early identification, physical health monitoring, and the psychological management of mental health conditions, associated disabilities and frailty. To promote effective communitybased care, and minimise avoidable inpatient admissions in line with Trust objectives.

To take a leading role in service innovation and development, including supporting projects and initiatives with junior staff, to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and highquality nursing care.

Responsible for workforce processes such as sickness management, and performance concerns in line with Trust policy, contributing to a safe, well governed and high performing Community MHSOP.

The post holder will take an active role in the management and resolution of service user and carer complaints, ensuring concerns are responded to in a timely, compassionate, and transparent manner. They will contribute to investigations, and ensure learning from complaints is embedded into practice to improve service quality and patient experience.

Clinical Responsibility

The post holder will provide a senior nursing perspective to the clinical work of the multidisciplinary team and the delivery of all aspects of Community MHSOP. They will contribute to referral triage and allocation, advising on the appropriateness of nursingled interventions, and will maintain a small caseload of highly complex and demanding cases requiring advanced clinical expertise.

The post holder will undertake highly specialist, holistic biopsychosocial assessments, using advanced clinical reasoning to formulate, implement, and evaluate evidencebased treatment and care plans informed by appropriate theoretical frameworks, research evidence, and best practice guidance.

Using highly specialist knowledge and experience, the post holder will analyse and interpret complex presentations, patterns of behaviour, and relational dynamics, contributing expert nursing input to formulation, risk management, and treatment planning for service users, carers, and families.

The post holder will provide specialist nursing advice, guidance, and consultation to the multidisciplinary team and partner agencies, supporting highquality, coordinated clinical decisionmaking.

Where clinically appropriate, the post holder will deliver flexible and proactive outreach interventions to support alternatives to inpatient admission, promoting engagement and continuity of care within community settings.

The role involves working with individuals and families experiencing high levels of distress and complexity, including exposure to emotionally charged or potentially hostile situations. The post holder will demonstrate advanced skills in recognising and managing risk, deescalating conflict, and maintaining safe therapeutic environments.

The post holder will act as care coordinator when required, taking responsibility for initiating, coordinating, and evaluating care plans, incorporating the views of service users, families, carers, referring agencies, and professionals within the wider care network.

The post holder will make highlevel clinical judgements and treatment decisions, taking account of therapeutic, historical, developmental, and systemic factors influencing individuals and families.

The role includes offering support to carers, identifying and assessing the need for a carers assessment in line with Care Act responsibilities and working collaboratively to ensure carers are supported through appropriate referral pathways, psychoeducation, and group interventions where appropriate.

The post holder will practise in a culturally responsive and inclusive manner, recognising and addressing the impact of culture, identity, inequality, and diversity on mental health and access to care.

The post holder will demonstrate expert safeguarding practice for adults and children, working in accordance with local and national legislation, interagency protocols, and Trust policies.

Provide direct clinical governance oversight for all nurseled interventions within the service, including Depot/LAI, Clozapine, Olanzapine, and Physical Health promotion and Frailty prevention, and support the initiation, monitoring, and management of highrisk and specialist medications, ensuring practice remains safe, evidencebased, and compliant with local and national guidance.

Work in close partnership with the Clinical Matron to promote consistent, highquality nursing practice across all community teams and clinics, supporting aligned standards and shared clinical leadership.

Regularly monitor and review clinical activity, outcomes, and performance data to inform assurance, reporting, and ongoing service improvement.

Lead and contribute to audit, quality improvement activity and incident learning, ensuring actions are implemented and embedded to improve patient safety and experience.

Ensure that documentation, care planning and clinical pathways within the nurseled clinics meet professional, legal and organisational requirements.

Provide expert clinical guidance to staff, escalating risks appropriately and supporting robust governance processes across the service.

Monitor and ensure adherence to Trust policies relating to medicines management, infection prevention and control, physical health monitoring, and national quality standards.

The post holder will take a leading role in medicines management, working with the medicines management team to ensure safe prescribing, monitoring, storage, and adherence, including oversight of medical devices and clinical equipment in line with Trust standards.

Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility

The post holder will provide visible clinical leadership, supervision, and professional support to junior staff, newly qualified practitioners, and students, promoting highquality, evidencebased, personcentred care.

The post holder will provide and/or facilitate a range of supervision, including clinical, management, professional, and safeguarding supervision, ensuring staff are supported to deliver safe and effective care. They will ensure supervision is regular, documented, and reflective, in line with Trust policy and professional standards, and will escalate concerns appropriately where risks to practice or safety are identified.

The post holder will act as a Preceptor and/or provide oversight of the preceptorship process for Newly Qualified Nurses, supporting their transition into practice. This includes offering structured guidance, supervision, and developmental support to build competence, confidence, and professional resilience in line with Trust preceptorship frameworks.

They will offer expert clinical advice and mentorship, supporting staff development and workforce capability through supervision, coaching, and role modelling of best practice.

The post holder will practice in accordance with the NMC Code, maintaining all postregistration requirements, professional standards, and continuing professional development.

As a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, the post holder will demonstrate advanced clinical leadership and deputise as required to ensure continuity of care, effective clinical prioritisation, escalation, and risk management.

They will contribute to operational and strategic service development, supporting transformation, quality improvement, and innovation in line with HPFT values and priorities.

The post holder will contribute to recruitment and retention processes, including participation in shortlisting, interviewing, and induction of new staff. They will support workforce planning by identifying skills gaps, promoting professional development opportunities, and fostering a positive learning culture within the team.

The post holder will play a key role in clinical governance, promoting and monitoring compliance with medicines management, infection prevention and control, and health and safety standards, and supporting audit, assurance, and continuous quality improvement to enhance patient safety, experience, and outcomes.

In line with managerial responsibilities, the post holder will actively promote and support staff health and wellbeing, including both physical and mental health. They will be open, approachable, and proactive in discussing wellbeing needs, monitoring staff health where appropriate, and directing staff to available organisational support services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse ( Mental Health/Learning Disability)
• Teaching certificate including annual update (ENB 998), or equivalent.
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• MSc in specific therapeutic treatment modality e.g. systemic practice, cognitive behavioural therapy. Post graduate clinical and therapeutic qualification related to the community.

Experience

Essential

• Sound experience of working in a range of settings relevant to the post
• Experience of working with service users presenting with emotional/psychological difficulties and challenging behaviour with their families and wider networks in situations of crisis and emotionally demanding environments.
• Experience and knowledge of implementing safeguarding procedures for children and adults
• Experience of teaching and training in practice
• Experience of peer supervision, supervising colleagues in the multidisciplinary team and consultation in other agency settings
• Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-ethnic community

Desirable

• Experience of therapeutic practice in different cultural contexts.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Rosanne House

Parkway

Welwyn Garden City

AL8 6HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Identify, assess, and manage risk, including suicide, safeguarding, and vulnerability.

Ensure risk assessments are current and accurately recorded.

Work collaboratively within MDTs to support coordinated care delivery.

Liaise with GPs, inpatient services, social care, housing, voluntary sector and other agencies.

Lead and coordinate safe transfer of care between services.

Manage and prioritise a caseload effectively, balancing risk and need.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification (e.g. Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, OT)
• Current professional registration (e.g. SWE, NMC, HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with adults with complex mental health needs
• Experience of care coordination or case management
• Experience of risk assessment and crisis management
• Experience of multi-agency working

Other Requirements

Essential

• Car Driver - Ability to travel across the Trust footprint

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of mental health conditions and recovery approaches
• Knowledge of CPA and care planning processes

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Civic Offices, Borehamwood, Herts, WD6 1WA

Borehamwood

WD6 1WA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To participate in various medical staff meetings within the Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as necessary.

To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances in consultation with senior and junior colleagues.

To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programs to improve and maintain the high standard of service. Participation in POMH audits is encouraged.

To take an active role in CAMHS clinical governance in liaison with service manager and through quadrant leadership team meetings.

To provide advice, support and consultancy in a variety of settings to minimise risk.

To provide liaison and consultation as required with a local acute pediatric service.

To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed by consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trust's personnel policies and procedures. This may include assessing competences under the Modernising Medical Careers framework.

To ensure that junior medical staff working with the post holder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant.

To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively and submit this promptly to the Information Department.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Higher qualification in the field of psychiatry such as MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent qualification approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications .

ELIGIBILITY

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• CCT in Psychiatry; OR Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT/CESR at the time of interview.
• Section 12 / Approved clinician approval.

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.

CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in CAMHS psychiatry.
• Experience of close collaborative working with social care and other agencies.
• Experience of working with service users who have complex needs within CAMHS
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
• Excellent degree of medical knowledge in relation to CAMHS

ACADEMIC SKILLS LIFELONG LEARNING

Essential

• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
• Participated in continuous professional development.
• Participated in research or service evaluation.
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
• Has actively participated in clinical audit.
• Holds a full valid driving license and access to a car (Unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995).

Desirable

• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
• Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service change.
• Experience of organising and overseeing psychotherapy training program for psychiatry trainees.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

15 Forest End

Kingsley Green

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed by consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trusts personnel policies and procedures. This may include assessing competences under the Modernising Medical Careers framework.

To ensure that junior medical staff working with the post holder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant.

To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively and submit this promptly to the Information Department.

To participate in service and business planning activity for the locality and, as appropriate, for the whole mental health service.

To participate in annual appraisal for consultants.

To attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust and the team including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme.

To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct.

To participate annually in a job plan review with the clinical manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation. To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.

To comply with the Trusts agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and to take an active role in the financial management of the service and support the medical director and other managers in preparing plans for services.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Higher qualification in the field of psychiatry such as MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent qualification approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications.

ELIGIBILITY

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• CCT in Psychiatry; OR Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT/CESR at the time of interview.
• Section 12/Approved clinician approval.

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.

CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in child and adolescent service.
• Experience of close collaborative working with social care and other agencies.
• Experience of working with service users who have complex needs within child and adolescent service.
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
• Broad range of experience in psychiatric practice and in the use of psychological therapies.
• Willingness and ability to work with others to achieve shared goals.
• Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
• Ability to demonstrate experience and knowledge of Safeguarding in child and adolescent mental health

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
• Excellent degree of medical knowledge in relation to child and adolescent service.

ACADEMIC SKILLS LIFELONG LEARNING

Essential

• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
• Participated in continuous professional development.
• Participated in research or service evaluation.
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
• Has actively participated in clinical audit.
• Holds a full valid driving license and access to a car (Unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995).

Desirable

• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
• Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service change.
• Experience of organising and overseeing psychotherapy training program for psychiatry trainees.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forest House Adolescent Unit

Kingfisher Court, Harper Lane, Kingsley Green

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure best practice within designated service areas through the provision of high quality, consistent, robust, proactive and timely advice to Trust managers and staff.

To provide a proactive operational HR services to managers and staff within specific service areas. To ensure compliance with best practice and employment law.

To provide HR advice to Trust managers on issues such as discipline, grievance, capability, harassment and employment law. To support managers with investigations and the preparation of statement of cases and ensure compliance with Trust policies.

Please see job description and person specification for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent qualification
• Graduate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of advising on employee relations issues
• Experience of working with all levels of staff/management
• Experience of Working with Trade Unions
• Experience of providing a service and working with in a multi-site organisation
• Delivering training courses

Desirable

• Working in an NHS environment

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• PC Literate to ECDL standard including data input and interpretation
• Able to establish, maintain and review HR systems and processes
• Ability to understand and interpret Trust policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret legislation and variety of guidance
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Ability to work in a team and across team boundaries
• Ability to delegate work appropriately
• Excellent organisation and administration skills
• Ability to generate creative ideas for improvements to service and methods of working
• Report writing
• Ability to work autonomously and collectively with a multiprofessional workforce

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of Human Resource Management, including Absence Management, Bullying and Harassment, Disciplinary and Grievance and Terms and Conditions
• Current employment legislation
• Best practice in people management
• Understanding the barriers to effective retention and recruitment of staff and service delivery

Desirable

• Demonstrates an understanding of national developments in HR within the NHS and how these relate to operational issues

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Colonnades, Beaconsfield Rd, Hatfield, AL10 8YE

Beaconsfield Ct, Beaconsfield Rd

Hatfield

AL10 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work alongside clinicians to support the delivery of recovery-focused care plans and interventions.

Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with service users based on trust, respect, and professional boundaries.

Support service users to identify and achieve personal recovery goals.

Assist service users to develop independent living skills, confidence, and resilience.

Encourage and support engagement with mental health services, physical healthcare appointments, and community resources.

Monitor and report changes in mental health, behaviour, or risk factors to the appropriate clinician.

Contribute to relapse prevention planning and early identification of deteriorating mental health.

Promote healthy lifestyles and support service users to manage their physical health needs.

Support service users to access education, employment, volunteering, training, and meaningful occupation opportunities.

Assist individuals in developing social networks and reducing social isolation.

Facilitate access to community-based services, leisure activities, and support groups.

Promote community integration, inclusion, and participation.

Support service users in developing daily living skills, including budgeting, shopping, travel training, and maintaining accommodation where appropriate.

Work within established risk management frameworks and care plans.

Support the implementation of positive risk-taking approaches that promote recovery while maintaining safety.

Recognise and respond appropriately to risk indicators, safeguarding concerns, and changes in presentation.

Contribute information to risk assessments and multidisciplinary discussions.

Escalate concerns promptly in line with Trust policies and procedures.

Assist care coordinators and clinicians in implementing agreed interventions.

Support service users to attend appointments and engage fully in treatment programmes.

Participate in reviews, multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions, and care planning processes as required.

Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, social care services, housing providers, criminal justice services, and voluntary agencies.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with service users, carers, families, and partner agencies.

Communicate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 qualification or mental health certificate level 3 or agreement to undertake such training as soon as resources permit.
• NVQ/Mental Health Certificate Level 2.
• Commitment to Continuing Personal Development.
• SCIP Trained.

Experience

Essential

• Ability to acknowledge diversity and promote anti- discriminatory practice/equal opportunities.
• Ability to provide practical support with daily living activities.
• Ability to work unsupervised in a range of settings.
• Knowledge of benefits/employment systems
• Awareness of local services

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsley Green

Kingsley Green, Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To contribute to the ongoing development of a highly specialised perinatal psychology service for women who are pregnant, or up to 2 years postnatal, with, or at risk of, a wide range of mental health problems including complex and severe difficulties, such as Complex Trauma, Postpartum Psychosis, Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.

To aid in the assessment, formulation and care planning of women in the perinatal period, as well as the mother-infant dyad and to provide and evaluate a range of high-quality, evidence-based perinatal-specific psychological interventions; individual and group, for service users and families. Experience across a range of therapeutic models is essential including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and other models such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Systemic Therapy and Mindfulness.

To be responsible for offering liaison and consultation to members of the multi-disciplinary team, liaising with colleagues within the inpatient mother and baby unit, the community psychology and psychotherapy service, local maternity services, as well as non-professional carers and other agencies on matters related to the psychological needs and issues relevant to the service and its users

To offer high-quality clinical and professional supervision to junior psychology colleagues and trainee clinical/counselling psychologists

To utilise research skills for audit, policy, and service development and research within the service

To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of team policies and procedures

The post holder will need to be HCPC registered.

Key Relationships:

Liaises with:

CPT Principal Perinatal Clinical Psychologist (supervisor)

Inpatient mother and baby unit team

CPT Therapies Colleagues

CPT Service Manager and Team Leaders

CPT Consultant Psychiatrist

ACMHS Lead Psychologist

Junior Doctors

Social Workers

CPNs

OTs

Local maternity services

Managers and Clinical Staff

Other Psychological Services staff within HPFT

Please see JD/PS for more details

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Proven experience working as a qualified practitioner with clients with severe mental illness within a mental health setting.
• Experience of working with women who are pregnant or up to 2 years postnatal, who have, or are at risk of a range of complex mental health problems (such as postnatal depression and postpartum psychosis)
• Current full registration with HCPC

Desirable

• Post-qualification training in assessment and intervention models in one or more of the following: CBT, Systemic Therapy, Family Interventions.
• Training and expertise in the theory and application of Parent-Infant therapies, such as VIG and Circle of Security

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, including those with physical health conditions and or long-term conditions across the whole life span's presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity whilst maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
• Knowledge of whole life span development and the impact on emotional, psychological and mental well-being.
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two evidence based psychological interventions including CBT, Systemic Therapy or Family Interventions.
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and treatment within the context of multi-disciplinary care.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the fields of Clinical / Counselling Psychology.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Thumbswood Mother and Baby Unit

2 Bowlers Green, Kingsley Green

Harper Lane, Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• To appraise the CYPMHS Nurse Specialist and MDT of the young persons progress and observations of changes in their mental health condition and ensure these changes are documented on the electronic record.
• To have a close working relationship with the CYPMHS Nurse Specialist and nominated care coordinators.
• To regularly meet with the supervisor and manager to ensure the post holder is supported to carry out the demands of the post
• To ensure that all care services provided are offered without prejudice regardless of age, creed, gender and ethnicity
• To be aware of diverse cultural and ethnic needs and facilitate appropriate support and care.
• To support clients with activities of daily living, support to attend school and appointments.
• To accompany the client getting to outpatient, GP and other appointments relevant to current health or social needs as part of the individuals care plan if agreed to do so.

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Good standard of education (to include Maths and English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent)
• Experience of working with children and young people with mental health conditions in either an acute or community setting
• Experience of working with children and young people with mental health conditions
• Experience of assisting in the assessment of CYP and implement agreed care plans
• Experience of working autonomously and using own initiative
• Ability to manage distressing and challenging situations

Desirable

• Trainee Nursing Associate qualification
• NVQ in Health and Social Care

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing
• Ability to feedback and discuss cases within the multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent documentation of duties performed
• Ability to engage CYP and carers

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Good range of problem-solving skills
• Good range of gathering skills
• A positive approach to children and young people
• Fine attention to detail

Desirable

• Basic understanding of the legal framework for mental health care

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peace Children's Centre, Peace Prospect, Watford, WD17 3EW

Peace Prospect

Watford

WD17 3EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To support the MH Legislation and Compliance Department and in doing so will ensure that the Mental Health Act and associated legislation is adhered to so that service users rights are protected.
• To act as the first point of contact for enquiries from service users and their Nearest Relatives. The post holder will be expected to work within standard operational procedures and will refer any enquiries to the appropriate personnel as necessary.
• To give information by letter with regard to detention under the Mental Health Act to service users and where appropriate their nearest relative.

• To provide reminders to Responsible Clinicians when statutory documentation is required.
• To provide reminders to Responsible Clinicians when sections are due to expire.
• To ensure that statutory documentation is accurate and available on the Electronic Patient Record (EPR).
• To maintain and update systems and spreadsheets including an Electronic Patient Record.
• To assist in the administrative tasks associated with Care Quality Commission (CQC) visits.
• To assist with the monitoring of use of the Community Treatment Order and the Consent to Treatment provisions.
• To support Hospital Managers and Tribunal Hearings.
• To develop and maintain an understanding and knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and how this applies to the administration of the Act.
• To be actively engaged with team meetings and developmental opportunities.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to NVQIII level or equivalent relevant experience.
• Recent appropriate experience of office procedures and systems
• ECDL (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and Code of Practice
• Certificate of Mental Health Law, Policy and Practice
• Proficient in use of Electronic Patient Record system.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE /SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy office environment

Desirable

• Experience in the application of the Mental Health Act
• Experience of Mental Health Act/Health Records administration.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
• Experience of maintaining an efficient filing system, both paper and computer based.
• Ability to communicate information effectively
• Ability to provide information in an emphatic, reassuring manner to service users and, where appropriate, their relatives.
• Well-developed written skills

Desirable

• Ability to create PowerPoint presentations for training programmes.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Able to prioritise work where there are conflicting deadlines

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lister Hospital, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, SG1 4AB

Coreys Mill Lane

Stevenage

SG1 4AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the set-up and delivery of the study within the Trust.

To develop effective contacts with relevant stakeholders.

To ensure service users are provided with written information relevant to the study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate.

To recruit and consent service users into the trial.

To administer standardised outcome measures and extract data from patient notes for quantitative analysis.

To maintain accurate service user trial documentation, complete Case Report Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in service users medical notes.

To coordinate all study activities in accordance with the research protocol.

To attend and support service users in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of the research project. This includes carrying out screening, recruitment, and assessment of patients for the purposes of research.

To record and report any Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events according to trial protocol and local procedures.

To provide information/reports on recruitment as requested by the Principal Investigator and the central study management team.

To make regular contact with clinicians supporting the trial to increase recruitment.

To work at all times according to International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guideline (ICH GCP).

To ensure that any data collection and information governance is conducted according to specific research protocols (in liaison with the research teams) and adheres to the Data Protection Act 2018 and according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

To maintain the highest standards of record keeping and report writing.

To prepare test materials and visual aids as required.

To liaise with service users and clinical staff in order to provide them with an understanding of clinical research ethics in practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification or experience acquired in relevant roles and job-related training.
• Good IT literacy - MS office applications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of recruiting patients to health research studies
• Experience of administering research assessments
• Understanding of Confidentiality & Data Protection

Desirable

• Experience of successful project management
• Prior experience of working on mental health research.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Prospect House

Peace Drive

Watford

WD17 3XE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Development of Power BI semantic models to support HPFTs operations and data led decision-making

Support the design and implementation of data visualisations, ensuring data integrity and accessibility across various departments

Manage complex data queries using advanced SQL skills and support other team members in SQL proficiency

Collaborate closely with clinical and administrative staff to understand their data needs and provide tailored solutions

Translate data insights into actionable recommendations to support the continuous improvement of HPFTs services

Support the optimisation of data workflows and enhance data-driven strategies within the organisation

Communicate complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively

Maintain compliance with the Trusts Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct, and Equality and Diversity

Foster a data-informed culture within HPFT, driving efficiency and improving outcomes for service users and carers

Communications

The Senior Data Analyst is required to engage in both formal and informal communication methods to effectively manage their responsibilities. This role involves regular interaction with various stakeholders, including clinical and administrative staff, performance and analytics teams, data warehouse and integration teams, and service leads across the Trust. The communication can range from discussing data needs and providing tailored solutions to translating data insights into actionable recommendations. Given the nature of the information, which may include sensitive and complex data about service users, it is crucial to maintain confidentiality and adhere to relevant UK data protection laws.

The post holder must be adept at both written and verbal communication to convey complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively. This includes preparing detailed reports, presentations, and data visualisations, as well as participating in meetings and discussions to ensure that all parties are informed and aligned with the Trust's objectives. The role also requires the ability to handle contentious and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, ensuring that communication is clear, accurate, and respectful of all individuals involved. By fostering open and transparent communication, the Senior Information Manager will support the continuous improvement of healthcare services and contribute to a data-informed culture within HPFT.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Education / Training

Essential

• Evidence of education and/or training in data analytics or information management concepts
• Advanced SQL certification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Master's degree in a relevant field

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience in building and managing semantic models using SQL and Power BI
• Experience in supporting or mentoring team members in technical tasks

Desirable

• Experience with NHS data sets including MHSDS
• Experience in managing person identifiable data

Technical

Essential

• Advanced Power BI development
• Advanced SQL experience

Desirable

• Experience in R language

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Colonnades

The Colonnades, Beaconsfield Road

Hatfield

AL10 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post holder will be required to provide comprehensive professional effective administrative support to the Inpatient Unit. This position will be the first point of reference and, as such, the successful candidate must display a considerable degree of initiative, possess mature judgement and maintain a calm, friendly and efficient manner when dealing with Service Users, their relatives, colleagues and Visitors.

The Post holder will be required to work independently using initiative and applying a high degree of confidentiality to all of their work. To undertake non-routine duties without direct supervision, working within broad procedural guidelines. The Post is managed rather than supervised.All Staff should comply with the Trusts Anti-Discriminatory Statement Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity.

For full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Training/Experience

Essential

• A good standard of education to secondary level
• Strong experience of working in an office environment
• NVQ3/RSA3 OR equivalent experience
• Good knowledge of all Microsoft packages

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills

Areas of Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Microsoft Word Packages
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Maintain a filing system, both paper and computerised systems

Desirable

• PARIS (Patient Electronic Records)

Physical Skills

Essential

• Advanced keyboard skills

Desirable

• Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court, Radlett

Kingsley Green

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality Occupational Therapy Service and consultation to people within the Hertfordshire Specialist Learning Disability Services.

To manage a caseload, using evidence based/client principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in clinic and community settings .

To provide specialist Occupational Therapy advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to a clients formulation, diagnosis and case management plan.

To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions using selected and graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

To ensure that clients are consulted and involved in decision about their care.ion an

To maintain clinical records.

To develop skills and knowledge.

To provide an effective supervision framework for Occupational Therapy staff, and provide regular supervision to allocated OT staff as per Trust policy.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING

Essential

• BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and associated packages.
• Evidence of relevant post grad training.
• Completion of preceptorship for Band 5 OT's

Desirable

• Membership of RCOT
• Practice Placement qualification
• AMPS/SI training/MOHO
• Broad base of clinical experience

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Post registration experience in relevant clinical setting
• Applied experience of providing both individual and group work interventions.
• Specialist knowledge and experience of using the Model of Human Occupation assessment tools, or others appropriate to area.
• Experience of other specialist Occupational Therapy assessment tools, e.g. AMPS, Pool Activity Levels
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development
• Applied knowledge of Recovery principles and how these relate to OT
• Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability in a variety of health and social care settings

Desirable

• Previous experience of having worked in a similar setting at Band 5 level
• Experience in research or audit
• Previous experience of having worked at Band 6 level
• Experience in providing advice, support and clinical supervision to junior staff and/or students

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal and the ability to persuade and negotiate with peers and senior colleagues
• Proven track record of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of team dynamics
• Knowledge and application of key policy, health legislation and guidelines which impact on OT and mental health/LD practice.
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive and difficult information regarding service users care and social situation
• Knowledge of and effective use of appropriate professional relationships and boundaries
• High level of ability to grade and adapt practical skills
• Evidence of delivery of training and professional development sessions

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to apply broad knowledge of current best practice in OT and mental health
• A high level of problem solving/clinical judgement skills and the ability to analyse professional and ethical issues
• Ability to respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users
• Highly developed Observational skills
• Highly developed ability to evaluate group interventions and outcomes
• Highly developed case formulation skills to guide own OT intervention plan and those of others

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge and experience of using the Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools and or equivalent in area
• Experience of audits/evaluations of interventions and direct involvement of implementation of any subsequent changes to 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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Centre

39 - 41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hemstead, Hertfordshire

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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