Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title -Senior Psychologist

Department -Clinical Services

Responsible to -Chief Operating Officer

Location - Based at our main office in Newark, with regular travel between our locations across Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire and on occasion, country wide (with ability to drive and access to own vehicle)

Hours -37.5 hours per week (additional hours, weekend and bank holiday working may be required to fulfil requirements of the post)

Salary -£67,000 per year

Job Purpose

The Senior Psychologist leads the clinical services team. The team primarily provides assessment and therapy for children and consultation and training for care teams in childrens homes. The team also promotes a trauma-informed approach in supported housing services and other YMCA services and delivers a schools wellbeing service.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and continuing to develop clinical services in therapeutic childrens residential care, ensuring high-quality assessments, therapy and therapeutic care of children in our care. This is delivered directly by the clinical services team, and indirectly through consultation with and training of care teams
• Delivery of the schools wellbeing programme, and any other therapeutic programs aligned to YMCA RHG's objectives
• People management responsibility for the psychologists and therapists in the Clinical Services team

Principal Clinical, Strategic & Operational Responsibilities:

• Responsible and accountable for the clinical care provided by the YMCA Robin Hood Group (YMCA RHG)
• Lead the development of effective clinical governance within the YMCA RHG, including clinical audit, complaints management, policy writing and other quality assurance measures across the entire organisation
• Provide operational management to the clinical services team, undertaking regular one to ones, setting clear objectives, monitoring progress, ensuring appropriate cover, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service, whilst acting as a role model and demonstrating strong leadership
• Be responsible for workforce planning including recruitment and selection and retention within clinical services
• Take responsibility for the professional education, development, and training of all clinical staff and other staff requiring clinical support
• Maintain, develop, and nurture the current therapeutic and psychological services within Childrens Residential Care and Supported Housing, including oversight of and direct involvement in psychological assessments, placing and matching new referrals, interventions, clinical reflections and consultations to the care teams, and other associated duties
• Support the development of new services within Childrens Residential Care offering new therapeutic environments and homes, as well as additional therapeutic services for the community and other areas of the business
• Deliver the YMCA RHG schools wellbeing programme, empowering school staff to use a trauma-informed approach to support children
• Raise the profile of YMCA RHG Residential Services and Clinical Services among the wider community and professional communities, providing the highest standards of care and opportunities for shared learning and development
• Ensure that effective systems are in place to continuously review and evaluate services and to plan for improvements in relation to the Ofsted inspections and Childrens Homes Regulations, and any other regulatory bodies and requirements (including but not limited to HCPC, BACP, UKCP services or accreditations and any future CQC registration)
• Work closely with psychologists, therapists, mental health professionals, and operational professionals within our services and embed a trauma informed approach across our services, including development of further support for our staff
• Devise and deliver training and workshops to staff across the organisation.
• Represent YMCA RHG at sector/regional/national events
• Take the lead role for clinical risk management, ensuring policies and practices comply with legislation and quality standards
• Facilitate a culture of learning throughout the services

Legal Framework

Work within the parameters of the HCPC, the Childrens Home Regulations (England) 2015, the Childrens Act 1989/2004, Care Standards Act 2000, Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Equality Act 2010 and associated guidance including Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 and Every Child Matters.

Line Management Responsibility

All members of the Clinical Services team including psychologists and/or therapists.

Responsibilities for all Staff, Casual Workers, and Managers

Ambassador for YMCA Robin Hood Group

To act as an advocate and ambassador of the group; promoting and exemplifying the groups values, mission, vision, and ethos and to positively and proactively protect the groups reputation.

Other Duties

To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by your Line Manager. To work in a flexible way to ensure that workload is completed and to undertake any other jobs commensurate with the seniority of the post.

Discretion to Act

To exercise discretion in the performance of the duties of the post, to use best practice and to ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.

Relationships and Confidentiality

To establish, maintain and enhance team-working with colleagues and staff of the group and to keep confidential all information about individuals and the business of the group. Any breach of confidentiality will be treated seriously and may lead to dismissal.

Health and Safety

To adhere to the groups Health and Safety policies at all times.

Our Values

Character counts. We are committed to building teams of staff and volunteers who share our uncompromising dedication to supporting one another and our community.

We Seek Out

We never stop looking for ways to transform lives for the better.

We Welcome

We respect, support, and protect without fail. Everyone is included, and everyone belongs.

We Inspire

We build and rebuild peoples confidence in their own strength, and foster conviction in everyones potential.

We Speak Out

We stand up for whats right, advocate when needed, and encourage people to find the power of their own voice.

We Serve Others

We are committed to the wellbeing of others in mind, body and spirit, and to fair and equitable opportunities for all.

Our North Star An expression of our YMCAs mission, vision and values. Every team within our YMCA is united under one shared ambition our North Star. We will work relentlessly to ensure all children and young people:

• Have the developmental relationships and close connections that help them discover who they are
• Develop the strengths and abilities to shape their own lives
• Learn how to engage with and contribute to the world around them

YMCA Robin Hood Group is committed to promoting diversity and practicing equality of opportunity alongside ensuring the protection of children and adults at risk. A completed application form will be required during the recruitment process and will be cross checked against the CV provided. Any discrepancies or gaps in employment will require verification as part of the offer process. The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references, relevant DBS check and other pre-employment checks. To be successful in your application, you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process and must adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour at all times.

All positions are subject to subject to references, relevant DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate (or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology / Counselling Psychology / Forensic Psychology.
• Post-Doctorate training and development in specific modalities such as CBT, DBT, DDP, PACE, EMDR etc.
• Registered / accredited with a professional body e.g. HCPC.
• Full driving licence and willingness to drive Association vehicles as and when required.
• Willingness to undergo a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and to register with the DBS Update Service OR hold a satisfactory enhanced DBS check for the correct workforce plus existing registration for the DBS Update Service.

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant residential child care and social care Legislation, Government Guidance and Best Practice.
• High level working knowledge of Child Protection and Adult Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• Experience and/or knowledge of at least 2 therapeutic models / clinical models that are relevant to working with children and young people.
• Qualified psychologist in a relevant field, with post-qualification experience of working with children and young people ideally with experience in residential/housing/social care settings.
• Demonstrable experience of managing and motivating a team.
• Able to demonstrate experience dealing with complex issues relating to developmental trauma, childhood abuse, and safeguarding.
• Demonstrable experience using outcome measures, evaluation and service improvement.
• Experience of managing clinical audits, evidence based practice and research, and quality assurance.
• Experience of providing clinical supervision.
• Understanding health and social care needs of looked after children, complexities of network and systems for children and families, and individualised care needs.
• Ability to undertake comprehensive psychological assessment and formulation of needs for children, and then formulate individualised treatment / intervention plans.
• Knowledge of relevant residential child care and social care Legislation, Government Guidance and Best Practice.
• High level working knowledge of Child Protection and Adult Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• Experience and/or knowledge of at least 2 therapeutic models / clinical models that are relevant to working with children and young people.

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

YMCA Robin Hood Group

Address

YMCA Newark & Sherwood Community & Activity Village

Lord Hawke way

Newark

Nottinghamshire

NG24 4FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ymcarobinhood.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen working relationships with key stakeholders, developing financial and business strategy within directorates. Explain and present highly complex financial and business concepts and strategies to directors and other senior colleagues.
• Provide comprehensive high quality financial and business across the Trust, making a significant contribution to the production of business cases and to the Trusts long and short term business planning processes.
• Manage and co-ordinate the work of a team of management accountants to ensure that monthly income and expenditure and information reports are produced in accordance with Trust timetables and procedures.
• Initiate service and system enhancements to meet changing customer demand.
• Devise best practice principles and implement these throughout the department.

• Prepare the Trusts monthly and annual financial and business information report ensuring that the information produced is complete and correct and that trends and variances are investigated and evaluated.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Finance Experience

Desirable

• CCAB Qualified
• Relevant Degree
• Ability to travel to multiple sites

Industry

Essential

• Relevant industry experience

Staff

Essential

• Staff management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pinewood House

Dartford

DA2 7WG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Oxfordshire Shared Lives Scheme supports people to become carers and provide paid care in their own home to adults who need some help and support with day-to-day life. The assistance needed can vary a great deal depending on the individual.The aim is, as far as possible, to enable people to live the kind of life they choose, in an ordinary household.

People who use the service need practical and emotional support to live their lives more fully and independently and feel part of a family household.They may have mental health difficulties, a learning disability, physical health needs, be an older person needing extra help, or a young person leaving care requiring continued support.

We are keen to recruit people from all backgrounds who feel they can offer this type of paid support in their own home. Shared Lives Carers are approved with the County Council and work on a Self -employed basis. This means that you can still do your day job if preferred or, focus on working from home and offer someone anything from occasional short breaks through to a longer-term, full-time arrangement whereby someone lives with you. You don't need to have had previous experience in Social Care but you do need to have a positive approach, be willing to learn , have a spare bedroom and be comfortable sharing your home. There is a training and assessment process and you will be fully supported by the Shared Lives Scheme.

Shared Lives Carers are paid a sessional rate . The weekly rates per person you support are £417- £568. There are special tax arrangements for Shared Lives Carers.This means that you can be earning up to £40,000 in this role without needing to pay tax on this income

f you have questions or doubts about whether you would be suitable, then please do contact the Shared Lives Scheme on 01865897971 so we can talk it through with you.

The support you could give can make a huge difference to the lives of people using the service, often enabling them to experience new opportunities, reach new goals and live their best life.

Sharing your life can change a life . and you could be just the person we are looking for!

Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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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.

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

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Oxfordshire

OX149NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support the identification of appropriate referrals to the service through suitability consultations with HMPPS staff.

• Support and contribute to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of evidence-based psychosocial interventions, working collaboratively with relevant professionals to ensure interventions are meaningful and integrated within a wider framework of support.

• Contribute to the delivery of a psychosocial and psychologically informed service across the Thames Valley, including travel to Probation and Health bases. The post holder will manage a caseload across multiple sites within the region.

• Encourage and support service users to maintain regular engagement with the Thames Valley Integrated OPD Pathway Service, promoting the development and use of skills.

• Build effective and supportive working relationships with individuals who may be experiencing distress or communication difficulties, and motivate them to engage with the service.

• Monitor service user progress, taking account of environmental factors, and adapt interventions through supervision as required.

• Manage an agreed, prioritised caseload under the supervision of senior clinical staff and with support from a qualified clinician.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to risk management, care, and treatment

The role is subject to Job evaluation

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology or similar social science subject.

Desirable

• Further training relevant in relevant areas of psychology, social science or mental health.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with difficult to engage populations, particularly individuals with interpersonal difficulties and/or diagnosed personality disorders.
• Experience of working with people from a range of diverse social and ethnic backgrounds.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working and in the development and maintenance of professional relationships with external partner agencies.
• Effective skills in using supervision, which includes self-reflective skills around workload monitoring, personal development and performance appraisal.
• Experience of motivating people to attend sessions or take part in tasks / activities

Desirable

• Experience of working in forensic settings or with people with offending histories.
• Experience of planning and running therapeutic interventions.

kowledge & Skills

Essential

• Understanding of risk factors associated with working with service users within offending histories and personality difficulties and how to manage these risks effectively.
• Demonstrates a professional approach including boundary keeping to relationships with staff and service users.
• Ability to work as a team member, remaining adaptable to changing demands within the team.
• Able to solve problem and use solution-focused approaches and recognise own limitations.
• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Criminal Justice System structure and procedures.

Personal

Essential

• Ability to maintain high level of professionalism when faced with highly distressing material, problems and circumstances, including challenging behaviour, verbal abuse and occasional threatened physical abuse from clients
• An ability to reflect on their practice with peers and within supervision.
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.

Other

Essential

• Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to travel between sites as required by service delivery.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Manzil Way Resource Centre

Manzil Way

Oxford

OX4 1XE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.

All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected] to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• RSA III Word Processing, NVQ Level 4 in Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• ILM Level 3 or equivalent leadership qualification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to supervise and support staff.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Accurate minute taking and report writing skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative and secretarial experience.
• Experience of supervising or managing staff.
• Experience of working within a busy office environment.
• Experience of arranging meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Experience of producing reports, statistics and management information.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public and a range of stakeholders.
• Experience of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of administrative and office management processes.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office applications and electronic systems.
• Knowledge of diary management and meeting coordination.
• Understanding of Information Governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Knowledge of staff supervision and workload management.
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities within the workplace.

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS services and healthcare environments
• Awareness of mental health services and terminology

Values Based

Desirable

• 1.Tell us about a time when you spotted something small going wrong and did something to stop it becoming a bigger issue
• 2.Tell us about a time when you realised a colleague or someone you know needed a bit of support and you offered to help.
• 3.Tell us about a time when you showed someone kindness or understanding.

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

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton House

Bluebeck Drive, Shipton Road, Rawcliffe

York

YO30 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assist Trust management in the provision of effective / efficient Portering Service using all equipment / resources available to the department.
• To provide essential Fire, Rescue Team response to Helipad as required.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• The post holder should be able to communicate well, have good writing skills and be able to work alone or as part of a team

Knowledge

Desirable

• Use of electrical equipment including driving of tugs and use of hand-barrows
• Knowledge of Trust sites an advantage
• Knowledge of Portering procedures / systems of operation

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in customer service
• Portering / Security experience
• Previous firefighting experience
• Experience in portering tasks including Post sorting

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ 2 or similar qualifications (educated to Secondary Modern/Comprehensive School level)
• Full UK driving licence

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of good typing skills e.g. RSA 111/NVQ Level III in an admin related subject or equivalent

Desirable

• ECDL

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Working knowledge of software programmes e.g. Microsoft office applications
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality

Desirable

• Audio typing skills
• Minute/note taking experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing secretarial/administrative duties

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health environment
• Experience of working as a member of a team in an office environment
• Experience of general finance systems
• Experience of processes and procedures within this service area
• Experience of supporting the organisation of seminars, conferences, workshops etc.

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pioneer House

Unit 4 Pioneers Business Park, North Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 1AD

Ellesmere Port

CH65 1AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To abide by Trust policies and procedures
• To assist the registered nurses (or other healthcare practitioners) in providing high quality patient care
• To undertake a range of delegated clinical duties
• Maintain patients privacy and dignity at all times and provide care in a compassionate and sensitive manner
• Be an effective part of the multi-disciplinary team contributing to the departmental objectives
• Continue to develop and maintain competencies to maintain high quality safe care
• Post holder will be expected to contribute to housekeeping and other ward / department duties as required, e.g. general tidiness, re-determined stock levels are met and clinical equipment is clean, working and stored correctly
• Assist with admin & clerical duties as required

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent level qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 3-1 (or D-G or Level 1 Functional/Key Skills)

Desirable

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 9-4 (or A*-C or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality
• Experience of caring in a health care setting

Desirable

• An understanding of working in the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers
• Ability to meet basic care needs of patients, washing, dressing and assistance with feeding etc

Desirable

• Venepuncture skills
• Competent in physical skills e.g. recording ECGs, recording blood glucose 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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Trust values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English to GCSE grade C or equivalent
• RSA II Typing qualification or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 or BTEC in administrative related subject or equivalent knowledge and experience

Desirable

• ECDL

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Advanced keyboard skills
• Excellent reception and telephone skills
• Excellent organisation skills
• Ability to prioritise work
• Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word

Desirable

• Experience of working within a mental health setting
• Experience of dealing with the public

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Seren Lodge Mother and Baby Unit, Countess of Chester Health Park

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full role requirements.

The exact timetable will be tailored to fit the Fellows specific interests.

The Fellow will take part in the trainee on call rota, being on call for the intensive care unit, obstetrics or theatres dependent on the requirements of the department

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• Primary FRCA

Desirable

• Final FRCA or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undergraduate and post graduate teaching
• Competence in adult general anaesthesia, obstetric anaesthesia and management of the intensive care unit with remote supervision
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit

Desirable

• Vascular anaesthesia experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Interest in development of vascular anaesthesia and CPET skill and experience
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication skills
• Motivated, able to take initiative
• Aptitude for team working

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide administrative support in the Assessment and Coordination Team (ACT) supporting the community team, our inpatient unit and other clinical departments as and when necessary.

Make and receive calls, provide appropriate information to the caller and referring to the appropriate person or department as required.

Communicate information to internal and external health and social care professionals and to patients / carers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Registering all referrals on the electronic patient record system accurately and in a timely manner.

Giving appropriate advice to referrers regarding the referral process.

Dealing with written correspondence in a timely manner and issuing letters as required.

Answering the telephone promptly and dealing with distressed or worried callers in a sensitive and professional manner.

Liaising with internal and external health and social care professionals as required.

Ensuring the safe and secure storage of all confidential data in line with current legislation.

Promoting the Hospice charitable status at all times.

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:

Head of Community Services

Modern Matron, Inpatient Team

Lead Nurses

Team Leaders

All Clinical Staff

Office Manager

External:

Patients and Carers

All External Health and Social Care Agencies across the Voluntary and Statutory

Sectors

External Suppliers

General Statements

Be familiar with and adhere to all Hospice (and relevant Trust) policies and procedures.

The post holder will work within their professional code of conduct, e.g. NMC, GMC, CIPD, AHP codes.

The post holder may be required to work in and from any Hospice or associated Company premises.

This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. It will then be reviewed in association with the jobholder(s)

Confidentiality/Data Protection/General Data Protection Regulations

The post holder is expected to maintain the complete confidentiality of all material and information to which he/she has access and process and in particular the confidentiality of all personal data stored, in line with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations 2018 (and preceding Data Protection Acts) and professional bodies.

Any requests for clinical information disclosure must be approved by Caldicott Guardian.

The post holder must, if required to do so, process records or information in a fair and lawful way. They must hold and use data only for the specified, registered purpose for which it was obtained and disclose data only to authorised persons.

Corporate Governance

The post holder must, at all times, act honestly and openly and comply with relevant corporate governance requirements, employment legislation, standards of business conduct, codes of openness and accountability.

Equal Opportunities/Diversity

The post holder must comply with and promote Equal Opportunities and Diversity and accordingly must avoid any behaviour which discriminates against colleagues, potential employees, patients or clients on the grounds of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, political opinion, gender reassignment or trade union membership.

Health and Safety

Under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), it is the responsibility of the post holder at every level to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts at work. This includes co-operating with the organisation and Taking personal responsibility for safety as outlined in the Hospice

Health & Safety Policy and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and fire regulations.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed and changed by discussion with post holder to meet the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate with professionals , patients and carers in a dignified and clear manner
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to prioritise own workload, solve problems and take proactive actions to address issues
• Computer literacy, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, experience of using databases and inputting and extracting data.
• Self-awareness and the ability to ask for support from senior staff if required
• Ability to work flexibly over 7 days including weekends and bank holidays and have an adaptable approach to the changing needs of the service
• An understanding of confidentiality and GDPR
• An understanding of the nature of the work of the Hospice and the sensitivities of working with people at the end of their lives

Desirable

• Experience using Systmone (electronic patient record system)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative role in a clinical environment or similar setting.
• Experience of databases and extracting data
• Experience of interacting with patients, carers and providing a high level of customer service

Desirable

• Experience in call centre or similar environment
• Experience of records management

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education,
• GCSEs or equivalent
• Ability to learn and be confident with complex in-house database systems

Employer details

Employer name

Community Hospice

Address

Community Hospice

185 Bostall Hill

Abbey Wood

SE2 0GB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://communityhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a part of the Neighbourhood Transformation Team, led by the Head of Neighbourhood System Transformation working the Local Care Networks and will contribute towards the effective delivery of the partnerships objectives and the Neighbourhood Plan.

Enable the development of integrated approaches across health, care, and wider partners by facilitating and promoting innovation and transformation to improve outcomes with Local Care and Primary Care Networks.

Working with key stakeholders, VCSE, Social Housing, Public Health, Clinical Leads (Clinical Directors), community and mental health providers to identify and respond to the needs and priorities for populations through quantitative and qualitative intelligence.

Provide the day-to-day project and programme management support to the Local Care Network and associated programmes.

Work collaboratively with project and programme managers across partner organisations to encourage and develop the sharing of good practice and interdependencies between the Bexley Wellbeing Partnership workstreams which are identified and planned for.

Be one of the dedicated lead managers for delivery in the 3 Local Care Networks.

Lead on specific projects, commissioning and service development or transformation within the Local Care Network to support the delivery of key outcomes.

Be responsible for development and delivery of the Local Care Network Plans.

Be the lead for the Health Inequalities working with Clinical Leads for Health Inequalities with Public Health in identifying and developing business cases to address reducing health inequalities adopting co-production approaches with local communities.

Create a stronger emphasis on the golden thread within Bexley Wellbeing Partnership Neighbourhood Plan; including tackling inequalities and securing good outcomes, workforce, prevention, joined up care, working with the community, sharing resources, data driven and Local Care Network focussed.

Build and strengthen working relationships with key stakeholders, spanning beyond the core partner, that make up the Bexley Wellbeing Partnership and into our local communities.

Provide expertise and leadership in translating strategy and policy, good practice from across the UK and globally and lessons learned from work done to date to develop, transform and improve local services and support for residents in Bexley.

Ensuring appropriate involvement and engagement with service users, local communities, carers and their families and frontline staff in the development and delivery of service redesign working with partnership engagement team.

Role modelling the collaborative leadership behaviours and the principles as set out in the Bexley Wellbeing Partnership Memorandum of Understanding.

Management Responsibilities

The postholder will be expected to have the skills and experience to recruit, performance manage and allocate work to members of staff as appropriate.

Leadership

The postholder will have matrix leadership responsibilities aligned to the programme including team training and development to deliver the objectives and outcomes.

The postholder will be expected to have a good understanding of system leadership and collaborative leadership behaviours.

Communication & Relationships

The postholder will be expected to foster strong working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, cultivating a supportive and safe environment in which strengths can be shared, challenges made and the impact of decisions on the whole system reviewed and understood.

The post holder will be required to use highly developed communication skills to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, and often contentious information and data to various stakeholder and internal audiences. This will include drafting and presenting briefing papers and presentations for both internal and external use.

Use well developed and adaptive communication and influencing skills to engage a wide range of stakeholders.

Provide regular written and verbal briefings and communication to various forums both within programme governance and within partner/stakeholder organisations. Including, contributing to the Bexley Wellbeing Partnership microsite, lunch and learn sessions and other communication outputs.

Develop and maintain mechanisms to facilitate the involvement of people with lived experience and their carers/families in the development and continuous improvement of services.

Maintaining good links with voluntary sector and other non-statutory partners (e.g., education, care home sector) as relevant to the scope of Bexley Wellbeing Partnership workstreams and projects.

Use experience-based co-production approaches to ensure the voice and experience of Bexley residents is at the heart of what we do.

Utilise negotiation skills to improve and develop the integrated approach and cross-boundary working for the benefit of the population of Bexley.

Provide expertise in the continued development of relationships across the system, acting as an ambassador for Bexley Wellbeing Partnership.

Financial and Physical Resources

The postholder will have responsibilities for ensuring that resources are deployed effectively to deliver the programme.

The postholder will have specific responsibilities for overseeing the Health Inequalities Fund allocations to Local Care Networks.

Act in a way that is compliant with the Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions in the discharge of this responsibility.

Policy and Service Development

The postholder will be expected to interpret and then locally implement local, regional and national policy for Health and Care.

This role is responsible for supporting rigorous and robust transformation and improvement programmes; strategy, project and programme management including planning, reporting, managing risk with a strong focus on quality improvement and benefits realisation.

The postholder will be expected to undertake regular horizon scanning of evidence based good practice and locally adapt where appropriate into delivery plans/practice.

Analytical and Judgement Skills

The postholder will be expected to work in a highly complex environment and consider, analyse, interpret, compare a range of data and information to form options and outcomes for consideration.

The postholder will be expected to interrogate information and data to inform and develop cases for change and business cases.

The postholder will be expected to use data and information to inform highly complex programme and project issues and use local, regional, and national guidance and policy and local intelligence to support decision making.

The postholder will be expected to undertake audits and evaluations as required and to embed a test and learn approach in the deployment of projects. Planning and

Organisational Skills

The postholder will be expected to utilise planning and project management skills to develop and inform the strategic planning of the programme.

The postholder will be expected to have expertise and experience of managing, planning and delivery of a range of projects through a formal project/programme management (e.g., Practitioner in Prince2, MSP).

The postholder will be expected to plan for and deliver on key milestones, professional and methodical manner. This would include contingencies and alternative actions required if milestones are not achieved, identifying interdependencies across projects/functions, risks and mitigation strategies, potential impacts on wider partnership, mapping resource requirements and escalations as appropriate.

Primary Care Networks

As part of work to develop the Local Care Networks, the post holder will work with local primary care leaders, Primary Care Networks, the GP Federation and the local contractor committees to support development and communicate the vision primary care transformation that is innovative, reduces variation, improves quality and ensures the sustainability of primary care for services and the local workforce.

Information Management

Devise and provide improvements to current management information, analysing, reporting and suggesting procedures to enhance decision making processes.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree or equivalent experience and Fully PRINCE2 or alternative methodology trained

Experience

Essential

• 5 years' experience at a senior position either clinical, care or management / project roles

Skills

Essential

• Communication & Stakeholder engagement/ able to work at all levels/ coach others/ Reporting /presenting and producing information
• Strong organisation, planning, analysis, problem solving

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

TBC

London

SE2 0AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Experience of working in a fast paced call centre environment
• Proficient use of electronic systems, databases or other information systems
• Awareness of and ability to follow information governance policies and procedures and Data Protection legislation

Experience

Essential

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Desirable

• The ability to speak Welsh

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Llanfrecha Grange, Cwmbran

Llanfrecha Grange

Cwmbran

NP44 8YN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A first degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience
• Post graduate qualification in public health, epidemiology, bioinformatics statistics or related subject or equivalent experience
• Post graduate experience of scientific or information analysis work
• Experience of working with large or complex data sets
• Experience of project based working
• Experience of producing written reports for publication and working to deadlines

Desirable

• Strong background in a biological science or health related field
• Experience of working in software development and of software versioning systems
• Experience of communicating information to scientific audiences, external partners and the public
• Experience of research and development

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Skilled in use of data analysis, coding and/or statistical software packages (e.g. Python, SQL, R)
• Excellent analytical and epidemiological skills, including statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Good all round IT skills, including using and interrogating databases
• Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and presentation of data in appropriate formats
• Ability to plan and organise a number of concurrent projects
• Ability to self-manage workload, work to agreed objectives, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to contribute to and evaluate peer reviewed papers
• Knowledge of microbiological principles
• A broad basic knowledge of information governance, data security and privacy issues

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
• Skilled in mapping and data visualisation software
• Basic knowledge of public health
• Knowledge of health service organisation in Wales

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Able to work independently and as a member of a team, with high levels of motivation
• Able to engage with people at all levels
• Able to respond calmly to unpredictable work patterns and meet urgent deadlines
• Flexible, adaptable and innovative approach to work
• Conscientious and pays attention to detail
• Ability to maintain required levels of confidentiality

Other

Essential

• Commitment to continuous personal development
• Prepared to travel
• Willing to work flexible hours if required to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Public Health Wales

Address

Wales Genomic Health Centre

Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive, Whitchurch

Cardiff

CF14 7YU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide administrative support in the Assessment and Coordination Team (ACT) supporting the community team, our inpatient unit and other clinical departments as and when necessary. Make and receive calls, provide appropriate information to the caller and referring to the appropriate person or department as required. Communicate information to internal and external health and social care professionals and to patients / carers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Registering all referrals on the electronic patient record system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Giving appropriate advice to referrers regarding the referral process.
• Dealing with written correspondence in a timely manner and issuing letters as required.
• Answering the telephone promptly and dealing with distressed or worried callers in a sensitive and professional manner.
• Liaising with internal and external health and social care professionals as required.
• Ensuring the safe and secure storage of all confidential data in line with current legislation.
• Promoting the Hospice charitable status at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education, GCSEs or equivalent
• Ability to learn & be confident with complex in-house database systems

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with professionals, patients and carers
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Solve problems and take proactive actions to address issues
• Self-awareness and the ability to ask for support from senior staff
• Ability to work flexibly over 7 days inclusive of Bank H/Weekends
• An understanding of confidentiality and GDPR
• An understanding of the nature of the work of the Hospice
• Sensitivities of working with people at the end of their lives
• Computer literacy, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience of using databases and inputting and extracting data

Desirable

• Experience using Systmone (electronic patient record system)

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an administrative role in a clinical environment
• Experience of databases and extracting data
• Experience of interacting with patients and carers

Desirable

• Experience in call centre or similar environment
• Experience of records management

Employer details

Employer name

Community Hospice

Address

Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice

185 Bostall Hill

London

SE2 0GB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://communityhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide a highly specialised technical service in the design, manufacture and quality assurance of complex fixed restorative dental devices, including crown and bridge restorations, implant-supported prostheses and advanced aesthetic restorations.

Manufacture highly complex patient-specific dental devices using conventional and digital techniques, ensuring compliance with departmental protocols, professional standards and current legislation.

Lead the implementation, development and optimisation of digital workflows within the Fixed Restorative Laboratory, ensuring the safe integration of CAD/CAM technologies into routine service delivery.

Work closely with Consultants and Dental Care Professionals to interpret prescriptions and treatment plans, providing specialist technical advice regarding restoration design, materials selection and manufacturing techniques.

Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with Consultants and senior colleagues to respond to changing clinical demands, ensuring agreed turnaround times and service standards are maintained.

Be accountable for own professional actions and work within the standards of proficiency, codes of conduct and professional guidelines relevant to Dental Technicians.

Apply advanced knowledge of dental anatomy, occlusion, dental materials science and digital manufacturing techniques in determining the most appropriate technical solution for individual patient prescriptions.

Be responsible for the safe use, maintenance and routine quality assurance of specialised laboratory equipment including CAD/CAM systems, laboratory scanners, milling units, furnaces, digital design software and associated manufacturing technologies.

Ensure all laboratory records, prescriptions and legal documentation relating to patient-specific dental devices are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with Trust policy, GDC standards and UK Medical Device Regulations.

Participate in cross-site working where required to support the delivery of Dental Technology Services across King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Assist in the management of workload, quality assurance, stock control and the efficient day-to-day operation of the Fixed Restorative Laboratory.

Participate in audit, service evaluation and data collection to support service improvement, quality assurance and governance.

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post as requested by the Head of Maxillofacial Services & Dental Technology.

Be responsible for the development, implementation and optimisation of digital workflows within the Fixed Restorative Laboratory, supporting service innovation and continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Dental Sciences / Technology (or equivalent)
• Post graduate HND / University Professional Diploma in Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Technology (2 years)
• MPT Vocational training and/or Masters MFPR
• Membership of the I.M.P.T. Registered as an MPT with the relevant professional body (Healthcare Scientists)

Desirable

• MSc Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation
• Advance Certificate in a Dental speciality
• Teaching Certificate / Diploma

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of CPD
• Post graduate vocational training and work experience in a cranio-maxillofacial Unit - Hospital NHS Trust
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary medical-dental team environment
• Experience of the daily management of a defined work area
• Able to present information effectively, clinical and technical audit
• To be able to operate 3 D planning equipment (CMF-ProPlan Surgicase-Syntes, Mimics

Desirable

• Experience in the management of the Oculoplastic patient
• Minimum of 2 years post-graduation vocational training to MSc level or equivalent
• Experience with clinical audit

Skills and Comptencies

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive approach to customer care
• Able to self motivate and work on own initiative
• Able to organise and prioritise workload and work to deadlines
• Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service, education and research development needs

Desirable

• Able to produce effective written reports
• Able to evaluate complex information
• Effective oral 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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for aRegistered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Youll be working40hours a weekat Cygnet Wallace Hospital.

The team can also support those who have additional mental or physical health needs, as well as those who have been detained under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act. We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure transition for service users is as smooth as possible.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day

• Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
< li>Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
• Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
• Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives & other healthcare professionals
• Administer medicines within healthcare procedure & Healthcare Commission guidelines

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• NHS & employee discount scheme
• 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
• Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
• Free parking
• Bespoke career pathways
• Plus much more
• Salary £22.92 per/ hour (£47,673.60 per annum)

You

An experienced RMN/RNLD with a current Pin Number, youll have

Essential:

• The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
• A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
• A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
• Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence

Desirable:

• The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
• An interest in leadership, research & assessment

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

What next?

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Click the button to apply

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.

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To record patient information on their medical record on systmone.

Maintain legible, accurate and contemporaneous documentation in the appropriate electronic record system.

Provide administrative support to the team when necessary.

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic requirements for health and wellbeing.

To demonstrate a understanding of the effects of disability and the ageing process on health.

To assist patients to meet their planned goals.

Participate in staff development review (SDR) and develop own personal skills to reflect the needs of the service.

Attend all mandatory training and any further training as identified by senior staff.

Take advantage of and actively participate in learning opportunities through supervision, performance review and staff meetings.

Undertake data collection which contributes to research and audit as required.

Ability to input information into data systems when required.

Maintain patient confidentiality and work within the confines of data protection ensuring all patient information is stored appropriately.

To take reasonable care for own health and safety and for the health and safety of others by work activity, to ensure that all relevant policies and practices relating to health and safety are observed and to co-operate with management in meeting health and safety requirements.

To undertake any other relevant duties which may be considered necessary from time to time and which are applicable to the grade of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of administration procedures NVQ Level 3 in IT related field or the ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills or experience
• GCSE's including Maths and English grade C or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• ECDL
• MS Teams understanding and NHS specialist systems knowledge.
• Knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• To be approachable and helpful
• Effective communication skills, both verbal written and electronic
• Ability to forge effective working relationships, with both patients and their relatives and colleagues
• Ability to manage stressful situations

Desirable

• Must be able to undertake all aspects of the role whilst working a lone worker

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
• To have clear knowledge around the importance of data protection

Desirable

• Knowledge of Systmone
• Awareness of effects of ill health / ageing process

Experience

Essential

• To be able to adapt and work in a fast pace environment
• To be able to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
• Experience of dealing with conflicting priorities and management of that

Desirable

• To have effective diary management skills
• Experience for being responsible for your own workload

Special Attributes/Specific Requirements

Essential

• To be patient and emphatic when supporting both patients and staff
• Flexible approach to meet service need
• Self-motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations
• Ability to prioritise and manage daily workload in such a way that takes account of patients' needs

Personal Qualitites

Essential

• The ability to keep your 'learners' engaged
• To show respect to all staff and patients when communicating with them

Desirable

• Always strive to do better and work to your highest standard

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

Lincolnshire Community Health Service NHS Trust

Address

Beech House

Witham Park

Lincoln

LN5 7JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• General Education
• Hold or willing to undertake accredited Level 2 award in cleaning

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning
• Food Safety qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Ability to accept and prioritise instructions

Desirable

• Previous NHS cleaning knowledge would be desirable

Experience

Essential

• Good understanding of cleaning services

Desirable

• Previous experience in Domestic Services and/or catering.
• Previous experience in dealing with the public

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Marsden House

Brookdale Place

Chester

CH1 3DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work within our evidence-based pathways to deliver clinically effective, young person focused services.

Successful applicants will receive excellent support and opportunities for continuing professional development, training and therapeutic model accreditation, in line with service objectives.

Clinical supervision is available on an individual basis as well as some group-based model supervision for those delivering specific interventions within the service (eg EMDR, CBT). Clinical leadership opportunities are actively encouraged and supported.

We are looking for motivated and committed psychologists for these posts.

There is extensive development within the psychological professionals workforce and involvement of psychological professionals in service development.

We would love for you to join us in this journey!

To successful candidates we can also offer :-

Regular management supervision and appraisal

Flexible working patterns and hours, which will include some virtual working

Participation in reflective practice and complex case discussion groups

Friendly experienced MDT settings

Opportunities to contribute to service transformation and innovation.

Involvement in the development of the local DClinPsy training programme as well as opportunity to teach on the course

Development of leadership skills through in-service experience and training .

Please see attached job descriptions for detailed job description and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the HCPC

Knowledge

Essential

• Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
• Ability to analyse and manage complex multi-factorial information from a range of sources integrating it into a formulation using a variety of psychological perspectives
• Ability to work within two or more therapeutic models.
• Ability to use initiative and work autonomously, prioritising a complex range of tasks and responsibilities to meet agreed deadlines independently
• Ability to provide consultation and advice to colleagues on the psychological aspects of their practice
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology including complex multivariate date analysis as practised with the clinical fields of psychology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups across the whole life span and with presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity
• Experience of collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
• Working knowledge of models of psychotherapy and the evidence of their use. Detailed knowledge of two or more therapeutic models
• Knowledge of psychometric test construction, development and interpretation.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of the Care Programme Approach

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

Orchard House and Stratford Healthcare Centre

Radford Road and Arden Street

Leamington Spa and Stratford upon Avon

CV31 1JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Great physios deserve great places to work.

We are looking for a physiotherapist to join The Rehab Physio in Bromborough, Wirral.

Whether you're newly qualified, returning to practice or bringing experience, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for someone who cares about helping people, enjoys being part of a supportive team and wants to keep learning.

Before we tell you what we need from you, here's what you can expect from us.

What you'll get

A starting salary of £32 500 With regular salary reviews to recognise your contribution and development.

Mentorship and support Supervision, guidance from experienced physiotherapists and opportunities for professional development, helping you build confidence and work towards your goals.

A team you'll enjoy working with We work hard, support one another and celebrate progress our clients and our own. We want you to feel valued, comfortable asking questions and able to be yourself at work.

Work that makes a difference The opportunity to help people regain independence, build confidence and achieve goals that matter to them.

What were looking for

• Kindness, empathy and a commitment to personalised care.

• Clear communication and a willingness to listen.

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.

• Reliability and a collaborative approach.

• A desire to make a meaningful difference in peoples lives.

What you'll do

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy with warmth and professionalism.

• Support clients throughout their rehabilitation, celebrating small steps as well as major milestones.

• Work closely with experienced physiotherapists and the wider team.

• Bring your ideas, energy and personality we value who you are as well as what you know.

About us

At The Rehab Physio, we specialise in complex rehabilitation, with experienced staff leading our neurological, limb loss and paediatric services.

We help people recover, rebuild and rediscover what they're capable of whether that means returning to work, regaining independence or taking part in everyday family life.

Our care is personalised, evidence-based and compassionate. We're just as committed to supporting the people who deliver it.

How to apply

Send your CV to

[email protected], along with a short note telling us:

1. What excites you most about physiotherapy.

2. A time you made someones day a little brighter.

Please use Ready to Grow With You as your email subject.

We'd love to meet you and explore whether we're the right fit for each other.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• You're a qualified physiotherapist, with HCPC registration by the time you join us. But we'd like to know a little more than what's on your certificate.
• You care about people. You're interested in their stories, what matters to them, and the everyday things they'd love to get back to doing.
• You listen properly, explain things clearly, and know that sometimes encouragement is every bit as important as the exercise.
• You're curious, keen to learn and comfortable saying, Could you give me a hand with this? Nobody arrives knowing everything, and we don't expect you to.
• You're reliable, thoughtful and happy to contribute to a team. You bring ideas, celebrate other peoples wins and understand that good rehabilitation takes patience, creativity and sound clinical judgement.
• An interest in neurological physiotherapy and complex rehabilitation is essential. Experience is welcome, including from placements, but you don't need a CV as long as a treatment plinth.
• Whether you're newly qualified, returning to practice or ready for your next chapter, bring your kindness, curiosity and personality. We'd love to meet the person behind the CV.

Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy Degree
• HCPC registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Rehab Physio Ltd

Address

1 Grisedale Road

Bromborough

Wirral

Merseyside

CH62 3QA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate as a member of the inter-disciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating care and meeting the needs of patients: hygiene, elimination, nutritional, mobilising, pain, maintaining independence. Work as part of a team to provide psychological, emotional, spiritual and social support to patients and families whose lives are affected by illness, loss and grief

Perform Last Offices to deceased patients including safe custody of valuables and belongings.

Assist at times with the post-bereavement family visit to collect certificate and view deceased.

Ensure that all procedures are carried out are in accordance with agreed standards of care, and assist in identifying where existing standards should be updated.

Ensure Infection Control Policies and Procedures are strictly adhered to.

Ensure that all information recorded is in accordance with St Helena policy (i.e. patient records, incident/accident reports, computer records).

Ensure that all medication is administered in accordance with St Helena policy and NMC regulation

Check and ensure that equipment is clean and in working order ready for use.

Effectively manage time to meet the needs of patients.

Participate positively in Clinical Supervision in order to develop standards of clinical practice and for support.

Develop awareness of emotional needs of patients and families and the sensitivity and communication skills to meet these needs.

Act as co-worker for patients providing effective communication with key-workers in order to ensure continuity of care for patients across St Helena services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN / RMN

Desirable

• Willingness to improve knowledge and skills within palliative care

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Proven awareness of the possible needs of patients, families under the care of St Helena
• Ability to recognise and respond to potential distress in individuals and to manage crisis situations
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Knowledge of illness as a carer and the ability to recognise when a person has physical, social, psychological or spiritual care needs.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Hospice philosophy and the work of St. Helena

Communication

Essential

• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills demonstrable with a range of people.
• Ability to accurately record any information required i.e. patient records, telephone messages or information as requested by
• patients

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a registered nurse.
• Experience of handling difficult situations

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with mental health needs
• Experience of working with people with sensory and learning disabilities
• Experience of working in the community

Qualities

Essential

• Proven ability to work off own initiative and as part of a team.
• Flexible to meet needs of service.
• Physically able to undertake the job.
• Proven coping strategies when under emotional pressure
• Proven ability to manage time effectively
• Proven ability to problem solve..

Desirable

• Innovative and creative

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

St Helena Hospice

Address

Myland Hall

Barncroft Close

Colchester

Essex

CO4 9JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sthelena.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will be a dedicated role relating to the Childrens and Young peoples place of safety (CYP POS), the person will work closely with the nurse in charge in facilitating activities within the pos suite. At other times that CPY POS is not required will work as part of a team within the unit.

To work under the direction of a registered member of nursing staff, but at times will not have direct supervision.

To carry out efficiently and effectively task and instructions assigned by the trained nurse.

To undertake only those tasks for which she / he has had instruction and is competent to fulfill.

To maintain confidentiality in respect of the patient / client at all times.

To be aware of Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications for the work environment.

To know how to report accidents and untoward incidents and to do so promptly.

To obtain knowledge of Livewells policies, procedures and practices and carry out duties in accordance with them.

To be aware of legal issues and have an understanding of the Mental Health Act.

To support community activities either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

To be an active member of the provision of care to the patient / client.

Co-facilitate groups with qualified staff.

To receive reports on patient care and be able to report back with observations to the nurse in charge within his / her competency.

Participate in the Plym Bridge response team which responds to any untoward incident and undertake associated training.

To work within a team providing nursing care to complex patients with increased levels of observations.

To be willing to participate actively in appropriate in-service training programmes which the manager believes to be of benefit to the individual. To assume co-responsibility for maintaining skills and knowledge levels.

To assist the registered nurse to carry out, under direction, tasks which fulfill the patients / clients physical and psychological need, as identified in the Care Plan / Assessment.

Escort patients to other departments or other areas designated by trained staff, which may include the community.

Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care to patients. This to include participation in case review and assessment for admission / discharge process.

Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient electronic file, which will then be counter signed by a registered nurse.

To assist the patients personal care and record patients observations in accordance with the Care Plan.

Record and manage patients property.

Undertake specific responsibilities designated by the Unit Manager

To undertake mandatory and other training as directed by the Organisation.

To participate in continuing role / personal development using the appraisal system.

To receive line management support and supervision.

To contribute to any audit process.

To behave in a manner which does not bring the Organisation into disrepute.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Qualification III in Healthcare or able to demonstrate the ability, skills and knowledge to work at this level
• Effective Communication Skills
• Ability to contribute to the process of and the delivery of high standard of care as planned in care programme
• Team working skills
• Ability to participate in activities with patients

Desirable

• Ability to work with minimum of supervision
• Time Management
• Computer skills

knowledge and skills

Essential

• Awareness of personal safety
• To undertake baseline physical observations
• Confidentiality
• De-escalation skills
• Understanding of the role of the Place of Safety Worker
• Ability to engage patients in activities off the Unit
• Record keeping skills
• Requirement to restrain and participate in Physical Intervention training and team work
• Motivated
• Empathetic
• Reliable
• Confidence in dealing with patients
• Ability to work in stressful conditions
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake training in relation to required skills
• Knowledge of solution focused approach
• Knowledge of CPA

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in a Mental Health setting, or the ability to show relevant experience

Desirable

• Children and Young Peoples Mental Health experience
• Working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Live Well South West

4 William Prance Road

Plymouth

PL6 5ZD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide day-to-day clinical leadership to provide proactive and reactive general medical services to the housebound population, including those in are homes, in collaboration with registered practices where appropriate;

2. Promote and deliver a multi-skilled team response that includes GP Acute Home Visits, holistic assessment, care, pro-active follow up and care planning;

3. Contribute to the development of the Acute Home Visiting and Community Urgent Response Service.

4. Deliver an efficient, high quality, multi-disciplinary Acute Home Visiting and Community Urgent Response Service to people who have an urgent need that is best provided in their own home, or wherever they call home;

5. Ensure that the Acute Home Visiting and Community Rapid Response Service that supports and links well to system infrastructure provided at a bigger scale e.g. Acute Hospitals, 999, 111, Ambulance services;

6. Ensure Acute Home Visiting and Community Urgent Response Service that links well to routine and proactive services;

7. Developing expertise within the community for improving the lives of people living with frailty;

8. Promoting the use of supportive, non-statutory services to support self-care and social prescribing agendas;

9. Maximize best care in the patients own home in order to reduce the need for hospital or care home admissions;

10. Ensure that the care and support people receive is based on their wishes, preferences and aspirations, particularly towards the end of their lives;

11. Provide medical expertise in the management of older people living with frailty in the defined community. To support ACPs and wider MDT members working in the community by:

Providing Senior GP clinical triage for all Acute Home Visit requests to determine the urgency and type of response needed, according to clinical need.

• Regular debrief sessions for patients on their caseload.
• Lead and support the ACPs in their role in the MDT
• Deliver formal and informal education for the ACPs during clinical interactions
• Advising on complex clinical situations including;

Complex prescribing decisions,

Where there are difficult clinical risk decisions.

Where there is disagreement between professionals, patients or their carers.

Diagnosis is uncertain

Identification of end of life is difficult;

12. Liaison with GPs and frailty unit when needed;

13. Lead and engage in MDT and other team meetings, and quality improvement activities.

14. Contribute to the development and implementation of new care pathways, systems and processes to support the service delivery;

15. Contribute towards the development and implementation of new standards, policies and procedures;

16. Advise local GP practices within the defined population to implement effective multidisciplinary working for people with frailty;

17. Contribute to CPD programmes for the members of the ageing well team:

• Clinical Mentorship/educational supervision of the team members including GP Registrars, Trainee ACPs, First contact practitioners;

18. Ensure contemporaneous notes are recorded and clinical tasks are updated and completed within the agreed timescales;

19. To work collaboratively with other teams and services to maintain an effective and efficient service;

20. Participate in quality improvements and innovations, e.g. audits, significant events analysis and development of protocols and new services.

CONFIDENTIALITY

All staff working for AVH Ltd have both a common law duty and a statutory duty of confidentiality to protect patient information and only use it for the purposes for which it is intended. The disclosure and use of confidential patient information needs to be both lawful and ethical.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Work with your line manager to undertake continual personal and professional development.

Undertake relevant training as required.Continually update own knowledge and skills within the job role.

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety.

Participate in annual individual performance review.

POLICIES & PROCEDURES

All staff working for AVH Ltd are bound by the organisation's policies and procedures, a clinical handbook and access to all policies will be provided upon commencement of employment.

MISCELLANEOUS

Work as part of the team to seek feedback, continually improve the service.

Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner.

Duties may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.

Act at all times in a manner consistentwith legislation, policy and procedures in respect of Equality and Diversity, and safeguarding.

To develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

To abide by all relevant policies and procedures.

An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all successful candidates.

The list of duties in this job description is not exhaustive and is intended to outline the main activities of the post holder. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change taking into account the development needs for Ageing Well Service and ARCH Primary Care Network

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience and evidence of an interest in care of the Elderly
• Understanding of adult safeguarding and Deprivation of liberty procedures
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Experience of senior clinical triage for the Acute Home Visiting to determine the urgency and type of response needed, according to clinical need.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of carrying out Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
• Experience of medical education/clinical supervision
• Experience of using SystmOne or another clinical device
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

Essential

• A vocationally trained and accredited GP
• Current registration with GMC
• On the GP performers list

Desirable

• MRCGP
• Recognised qualification in Care of the Elderly
• Recognised qualification in medical education/clinical supervision
• Evidence of leadership development

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexible, supportive, collaborative.
• Recognise the benefits of multiagency & multidisciplinary team working.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to contribute to and participate in a peer support group.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• The ability to understand the competencies of others and support them to work within and at the top of those competencies. Also, to recognise and act when others are going beyond their competency.
• Ability to work effectively and provide leadership across traditional organisational and professional boundaries.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, patients and external organisations.
• Ability to triage patients in order of clinical need.
• Effective communication, verbally and in writing.
• Full driving license required as travelling required for the role.
• Committed to the development of integrated community teams.

Desirable

• Leadership of service delivery / change.

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

Amber Valley Health Ltd

Address

Church Street

Alfreton

Derbyshire

DE55 7AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://ambervalleyhealth.com/ (Opens in a new tab)