Job description

Job responsibilities

Be part of the community neighbourhood (INT) leadership team and provide a supervisory/consultation role for staff both within the service line and INT when required.

To be responsible for the development and maintenance of effective clinical pathways within the service line and wider community INT team.

Support safe, efficient and effective high-quality transitions in and out of the service line. (For full details, please refer to the enclosed Job description).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working at band 6 or higher.
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree supplemented by post registration/post graduate specialist training, experience and/or short courses, CPD or equivalent, including Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor (PSPA) / mentorship qualification.
• Subject to any reasonable adjustments required under the Equality Act, applicants must hold a valid driving licence, be able to drive, and have unrestricted access to a car or motorcycle for work-related travel.

Desirable

• Experience of leading clinical practice

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC, HCPC, SWE 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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Waverley Neighbourhood mental health team

Berkeley House

Godalming

GU7 1QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Current professional registration as an RMN/AHP/Social Worker with extensive experience of managing a caseload of patients.
• Formal postgraduate qualification in leadership, advanced clinical practise or a relevant specialist area or equivalent relevant experience. Or evidence of postgraduate level knowledge such as level 7 in leadership, complex care, mental health, dementia or behaviour management or equivalent relevant experience.
• Mentorship course or equivalent
• Management qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in relevant area of speciality supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
• Extensive experience of managing an area; including management of rotas, resources, budgets and staff
• Experience in staff / practice development including undertaking appraisals, supervision and Personal Development Plans
• Recent Complex Care experience
• Evidence of working extensively within Mental Health / Social care settings
• Extensive experience of Mental Health Service Provision including the Mental Health Act 1983
• Experience of delivering/supporting training
• Knowledge of patient discharge processes
• Knowledge of healthcare funding processes
• Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to patient care

Desirable

• Post graduate teaching certificate/module.
• Relevant post registered qualifications
• Safeguarding Adults Level 3
• Managing Challenging Behaviours and Physical Intervention training or equivalent
• An understanding of local health and social care commissioning
• Evidence of participation in using recognised assessment tools
• Experience of conducting own projects successfully
• Experience of working with patients with a dual diagnosis - drug and alcohol
• Experience of taking part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal) and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player, as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Well-developed IT skills
• Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision
• Able to chair multi-agency meetings
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance

Attributes

Essential

• Ability to use own initiative and organise and prioritise own delegated workload
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills and to be flexible and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and deal with the unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to deal with distressing circumstances
• Ability to deal with potential high levels of violence and aggression

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to work across sites
• Ability to work flexibly across a seven-day period

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Adhere to the requirements outlined in the NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.

2. To work as a member of the MDT responsible for interacting constructively with team members and organising, prioritising and planning your work.

3. Provide sensitive, compassionate and effective care to support service users with a range of mental health conditions.

4. Recognise and work within the limits of their competence.

5. Use a range of assessment tools pertinent to the service users needs, to inform a thorough assessment of risk that will protect both service users and staff.

6. Recognise when to seek advice to manage risks or complex cases and to avoid compromising quality care. Ensuring actions are in line with local and national frameworks and legislation and that risks are reported accurately.

7. Provide advice and support to service users to enable them to make informed lifestyle choices in areas such as diet, smoking and exercise.

8. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care with a supervising clinician for our service users, taking into account mental health, physical health and social circumstances.

9. To contribute to the provision of care for our service users and to ensure that any care provided is done so in line with evidence-based practice and national guidelines.

10. To work alongside a supervising clinician in the preparation and administration of medication and to ensure that medication protocols are complied with at all times.

11. Where appropriate, feel competent to work without direct supervision, delivering care independently in line with parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

12. Interpret information and recognise situations that are beyond your knowledge and feel confident to escalate concerns to an appropriate professional.

13. Prioritise and manage your own workload and recognise areas of care that you can delegate safely to other colleagues where appropriate.

14. Act as a role model, and support nursing students, health care assistant and new employees.

15. Ensure incidents or near misses are reported in a timely manner and that all information is accurate.

16. To work collaboratively with other services, agencies and teams, to share information appropriately and ensure safe and timely discharges, continuation of excellent care and to reduce the need for readmission.

17. Document and maintain accurate clinical records within the trusts electronic records system. To support the qualified clinicians in completing key aspects of data entry on System one.

18. To identify and report any concerns in regards to the potential abuse/neglect of people and carers in line with the Surrey Safeguarding Adults protocol.

19. To recognise changes in a service users condition which may require the intervention of others and understand when to refer to your supervising clinician.

20. To participate in clinical audits.

Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree
• NMC registration

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development
• Additional training such as supervisor, ECG, wound care

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within an inpatient ward environment delivering direct patient care and supporting MDT

Desirable

• Awareness of Equality and Diversity
• Participation in quality improvement or audit projects

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

New Spenser Ward, St Peters Campus

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You must work at all times within your own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and use your own judgement, knowledge and common sense in your day-to-day activities.

It is expected that you will fully utilise all opportunities for learning under the guidance of the nursing and practice leadership team and will demonstrate evidence of professional development and increasing responsibility for patient care and related duties.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care to improve health and wellbeing and meet the healthcare needs of individuals and groups

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Enable patients, families and carers to develop their knowledge and understanding about their health and well-being and be as self-managing as possible

Offer health promotion programmes by providing a holistic assessment, which may include:

- BP checks, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis and smoking status

- Breast health awareness

- Cervical screening

- New patient checks

- Well man/woman checks

- Advice for healthy eating, exercise, alcohol consumption and smoking

Perform routine nursing tasks such as Venepuncture, Recording ECG, Spirometry, Chaperoning and assisting patients

Provide a holistic approach to wound management and implement wound care in line with current evidence-based guidelines

Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and administer vaccines according to current guidelines and legislation

Advise and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad

Assist in the provision of treatment plans to meet family planning needs

Administer and monitor medication consistent with protocols, standards, and legislation

Assist in the provision of minor surgery and other surgical procedures that are carried out within Haxby Group

Assist in the provision of nursing care within the context of primary care for patients with mental health problems

Delegate aspects of care as appropriate

Monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment

Person Specification

Competencies/Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Gets on well with people at all levels. Ability to listen and empathise. Ability to organise and prioritise workload. Demonstrable commitment to professional development. Practice nursing or other community nursing experience. Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision. First contact care. Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.

Desirable

• Experience of Microsoft Office applications. Experience of GP Clinical IT systems. Experience of audit.

Other

Essential

• Ability to work independently. Ability to work as team player. Initiative and drive. Pleasant and articulate. Able to work under pressure. Self-motivated and positive. Empathetic, honest, caring. Adaptable and forward looking. Enthusiastic and energetic. Diplomatic and considered. Hard working, willing and flexible. Observance of strict confidentiality. Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Able to undertake the requirements of the post.

Desirable

• Reliable. Flexible. Excellent attendance record.

Knowledge/Qualifications/Skills

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC). Relevant nursing/health degree. Aware of accountability of own role and that required of a Practice Nurse. Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills. Keyboard skills.

Desirable

• Additional post-registration qualification. Recognised cervical screening qualification. Mentor/teaching qualification. Clinical skills - vaccination, wound care, ear care, venepuncture, recording ECGs, spirometry. Knowledge of health promotion strategies. Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle.

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

Haxby Group (Hull)

Address

Kingswood Medical Centre

10 School Lane

Kingswood

Hull

HU7 3JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities:

Patient health checks and clinical reviews, including but not limited to:

o Chronic Disease annual reviews inc. Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD and CKD

o NHS health Checks

o INR testing (including housebound provisions)

o Learning Disability Checks

Perform injections including but not limited to: B12, depo (contraception), testosterone, zoladex, flu, pneumovax, shingles

BP monitoring including hypertension reviews and 24 hour BP

Urinalysis

Perform cytology testing

Travel Health: by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection.

Childhood and adult vaccinations, offer advice and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions.

Running well person clinics and health promotion programs by providing a holistic assessment and lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise.

Provide a holistic approach to wound management and implement wound care in line with current evidence based guidelines.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• A demonstrable commitment to professional development

Desirable

• Recognised qualification to diploma level or above

Experience

Essential

• Experience of multi-skilled approach to Chronic Disease Management (Long Term Conditions)
• Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines
• Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct

Desirable

• At least 1 year recent Primary Care Nursing experience
• Experience of EMIS WEB Clinical Systems

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

St Georges Medical Centre

Address

Field Road

Wallasey

Merseyside

CH45 5LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://stgeorgesmedicalcentre.com/privacy-policy-new (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• New patient health checks BMI, Urinalysis
• ECG recording
• INR monitoring
• To undertake Doppler testing
• Blood Pressure Monitoring following practice hypertension guidelines, issue HBPM in accordance with practice policy
• Phlebotomy including perform annual blood tests, BP, BMI, ACR as requested for patients with chronic diseases
• Urinalysis MSU, ACR in accordance with practice policy
• Wound Care suture removal in accordance with practice policy, following training
• Weight Management
• Chaperoning duties
• Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurse
• Administer influenza vaccines according to PSD, following training
• Administer B12 injections according to PSD
• To undertake Spirometry for GP to interpret results
• Support the Emergency Care Practitioner and Primary Care Practitioner in the Minor Injuries Unit, assisting in the assessment and management of patients presenting with minor injuries in accordance with training and practice protocols
• Assist with the management of minor injuries including wound care, dressings, basic observations and preparation of patients for clinical assessment where appropriate and within scope of practice
• Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
• Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
• Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations, coils and implants
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
• Help to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
• Assist with recall systems
• Lifestyle advice, (diet, weight, exercise, smoking cessation, alcohol) making necessary referrals within PHCT and local support services
• Maintain health promotion information in waiting room designated for patient education
• Any other duties as instructed by management

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working as an HCA or equivalent
• Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work
• Excellent communication, negotiation and change management skills
• Experience of working autonomously
• Experience of Infection and Prevention Control Management

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Primary Care setting

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to team working

Desirable

• Previous experience using EMIS web
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work in a changing environment

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent) - at pass level

Desirable

• HCA Training

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

Symphony Healthcare Services Limited

Address

Burnham Medical Centre

Love Lane

BURNHAM-ON-SEA

Somerset

TA8 1EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team ensuring a high quality service to patients. He/Shewill be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe andcomfortable environment.The main elements of the role are insuring the effective provisions of catering, cleaning and maintenanceservices on the ward. You will also be required to undertake other non-clinical duties to meet individual patientneeds as determined by the ward sister/charge nurse and to liaise with support service departments.To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to ensure the appropriate and effective delivery of facilities services inorder to properly maintain the patient environment.The post holder must comply with all relevant policies, procedures and training on infection prevention andcontrol.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to understand written instructions, complete records and use measurements accurately.
• Willingness and ability to complete all mandatory and role-specific training, including infection prevention and control, health and safety, fire safety, manual handling, food safety and waste management.

Desirable

• Relevant qualification in cleaning, facilities services, hospitality, food hygiene or customer service.

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of providing a courteous service to patients, service users, visitors or members of the public.
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and infection prevention within a healthcare environment.
• Understands the need to follow cleaning schedules, standard operating procedures, colour coding systems, safe systems of work and manufacturers' instructions.
• Understands confidentiality, privacy, dignity and professional boundaries when working near patients and confidential information.

Desirable

• Previous experience of cleaning, housekeeping, catering or facilities duties in a workplace, voluntary setting or similar environment.
• Experience of working in the NHS, health care, social care or another large, regulated organisation.
• Knowledge of safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Skills & Ability

Essential

• Communicates clearly, respectfully and sensitively with patients, visitors and colleagues, including when barriers to communication are present.
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently within agreed procedures, seeking advice when required.
• Organises and prioritises routine tasks, responds appropriately to changing service needs and completes work to the required standard and timeframe.
• Pays close attention to detail and can identify, report and escalate cleanliness, safety, equipment or environmental concerns promptly.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, honesty and a positive approach to delivering a high-quality service.
• Treats every person with dignity, compassion and respect and supports an inclusive, non discriminatory working environment.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and complete routine documentation, checklists or electronic records as required.
• Able to undertake the physical duties of the role, with reasonable adjustments where required, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing equipment and handling supplies.
• Flexible and willing to work the shift pattern required by the service, which may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Committed to learning, receiving feedback and maintaining competence in all aspects of the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 37 Blackpool Teaching Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.

• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.

• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.

• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.

• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• Driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive and relevant post qualification experience with people who have complex mental health needs
• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Experience of providing supervision

Desirable

• Experience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bramdean

Worple Road

Staines Upon Thames

TW18 1ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work, including caseload management and direct clinical care. To work within the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and Health and Care Professionals Councils (HCPC) standards.

2. Obtain and record informed consent from clients at each contact in accordance with Trust policy.

3. Carry out comprehensive specialist Speech and language therapy assessments for clients with complex learning and physical health needs. Interpret clinical information and data related to clinical parameters along with non-clinical information and use clinical reasoning skills to accurately diagnose and develop specific treatment plans.

4. Provide specialist advice to other professionals or single assessments to meet clients holistic care needs across various pathways e.g. dysphagia, communication, positive behaviour support, memory service.

5. Formulate and deliver individual treatment plans based on specialist knowledge, evidence-based practise, national and local guidelines using profession-specific clinical skills and techniques. (E.g. 1:1 interventions, carer education, patient education).

6. Maintain and share up-to-date knowledge of Speech and language therapy assessment and intervention evidence-base developments for this client group.

7. Maintain and share up to date knowledge of instrumental assessment available and to be able to signpost to services who assess and provide this and/or assist in accessing and delivery of these services supporting individuals with learning disability.

8. Contribute to the multi-disciplinary clinical referrals, assessment and discharge planning process and onward referral as required.

9. Prioritise urgent or unexpected or planned referrals, adjusting caseloads and allocations to meet revised needs.

10. Undertake other duties when requested by professional or operational managers.

11. Maintain a professional portfolio to demonstrate competency to practice and which meets the requirements of professional registration.

12. Demonstrate the ability to facilitate team working across organisational boundaries and with healthcare professionals outside of the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Degree in Speech and language therapy
• Unrestricted registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Extensive post registration experience

Experience

Desirable

• Clinical and professional leadership experience

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Leading and supporting staff
• Evidence of CPD

Other

Essential

• Able to travel to meet the needs of the role Trust-wide
• Willing to undertake Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at Enhanced level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Redwoods Centre

Somerby Dr, Bicton Heath

Shrewsbury

SY3 8DS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To engage in and support the development of policies, procedures and working practices within the team. Ensure implementation, monitoring, evaluation and compliance with all policies and procedures in area of responsibility.

Work collaboratively with the Service Manager, and team clinical leads in the planning and delivery of the service.

To ensure that all Trust policies and guidelines are adhered to and provide guidance to clinical staff regarding implementation.

To support the local implementation/development of National strategies and to initiate change and practice development.

Maintains the achievement of Key Performance Indicators and Essential Standards Authorised signatory for budgets associated with the delivery of all aspects of clinical care.

Day to day line management responsibility for staff working within the service including management of sickness, performance, recruitment and appraisals.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to degree or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience
• Post graduate qualification or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate level 2
• Leadership or management training or qualification (or demonstrable experience)

Desirable

• Experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level 2
• Relevant professional qualification (for example Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work) or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of substantial experience of working within services for children and young people with LD, Mental Health and Autism and their families
• Experience of effectively initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational processes
• Experience in the direct line management of health or social care staff
• Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence-based practice
• Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working
• Demonstrate experience in performance management, supervision of others and conducting Appraisals

Desirable

• Experience of inputting into Health Roster system (or equivalent electronic system to input staff absence, sickness
• Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills, knowledge and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of audit processes.
• Commitment to continuous training and professional development.
• Risk assessment / risk management knowledge and skills
• Management and supervision skills
• Resource management skills
• Ability to use and interrogate Trust information systems
• Highly developed communication and inter personal skills and the ability to demonstrate diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills
• Ability to lead effective and sustainable change

Desirable

• Project management skills.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Acts as a role model in the delivery of high quality, effective patient care.
• Able to cope under pressure and provide reassurance and direction to other staff members.
• Be a reflective practitioner and develop own competence and support others to do so.
• Commitment to the Trust Values and Behaviours.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Anglesey House

Wheelhouse Road

Rugeley

WS15 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full duties can be found within the Job Description

Provide comprehensive administrative support to clinical teams

Act as a key point of contact for children, young people, families, carers and professionals, responding to enquiries professionally and escalating issues where appropriate.

Manage telephone calls, emails and enquiries professionally and courteously.

Process referrals and support waiting list management.

Book, rearrange and cancel patient appointments using clinical record systems (i.e. Rio).

Maintain accurate patient records on electronic patient record systems in line with MPFT policies and procedures.

Support Team Leader to produce reports, statistics and documentation to support service performance and quality standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade C or equivalent
• Work/Text Processing Level III or equivalent
• ECDL/CLAIT IT qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level III Business Administration
• Audio typing experience

Knowledge and personal attributes

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadline
• Demonstrate and understand effective team player
• Confidentiality
• High level communication written and verbal
• organisational skills and initiative
• Use of microsoft office eg word and excel
• training/advice re IT packages
• standard keyboard skills
• Flexible/adapatable

Experience

Essential

• Previous administration support role including dealing with telephone enq timely
• experience of dealing sensitive/distressing issues
• Data input experience

Desirable

• Experience using Rio

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sir Robert Peel Hospital

Tamworth

B78 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Appraisal and job planning

Trust commitment to implementation of annual consultant appraisal, outlined in the NHS Executive Advance Letters (MD) 6/00 and (MD) 5/01.

Trust process, including linkage to job planning.

Trust processes to support appraisal, links to revalidation; named Responsible Officer.

Details of any Consultant Induction Programme and mentoring scheme / arrangements.

Teaching and training

Teaching commitments of post, and support in place to achieve these.

Trust-wide teaching.

Teaching arrangements in locality/team.

Participation in undergraduate and postgraduate clinical teaching.

Participation in the training of other disciplines.

Providing educational supervision of trainees and other disciplines.

Taking part in continuing medical education within statutory limits.

DME is Dr Indira Vinjamuri

Research

Synopsis of R&D department; trust research strategy, link with clinical research networks and university as applicable.

Support facilities.

Specific research and development responsibilities expected of the post holder.

Mental Health Act and Responsible Clinician approval

The post holder would be expected to be approved as a Responsible Clinician or be willing to undertake training to obtain Section 12(2) MHA and will be expected to renew this approval according to agreed procedures.

Training duties

Participation in undergraduate and postgraduate clinical teaching.

Participation in the training of other disciplines.

Providing educational supervision of trainees and other disciplines.

Taking part in continuing medical education within statutory limits.

Clinical governance and quality assurance

Expected contribution to clinical governance and responsibility for setting and monitoring standards.

Participation in clinical audit and other local assurance processes.

Participation in service/team evaluation and the planning of future service developments.

Quality improvement

Leads and manages a team in a way that supports the development of a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

Utilises a quality improvement approach to think systemically about complex problems, develop potential change ideas and test these in practice using a systematic QI methodology.

Empowers the team to resolve local issues on a daily basis using the tools and method of quality improvement without staff having to seek permission.

Promotes awareness and understanding of quality improvement, and shares learning and successes from quality improvement work.

General duties

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

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

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

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

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

To participate in annual appraisal for consultants.

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

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

To participate annually in a job plan review with the clinical manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation.

To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services, and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.

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

External duties, roles and responsibilities

The Trust actively supports the involvement of the consultant body in regional and national groups subject to discussion and approval with the chief medical officer and, as necessary, the chief executive officer.

Other duties

From time to time, it may be necessary for the post holder to carry out such other duties as may be assigned, with agreement, by the Trust. It is expected that the post holder will not unreasonably withhold agreement to any reasonable proposed changes that the Trust might make.

Work programme

It is envisaged that the post holder will work 10 programmed activities over 5 days. Following appointment there will be a meeting at no later than three months with the clinical manager to review and revise the job plan and objectives of the post holder. The overall split of the programmed activities is 7.5 to be devoted to direct clinical care and 2.5 to supporting professional activities (as per the Royal College of Psychiatrists recommendation). The timetable is indicative only. A formal job plan will be agreed between the post holder and associate medical director or clinical manager three months after commencing the post and at least annually thereafter.

On-call and cover arrangements

The post holder will be included in the daily on-call rota for North Liverpool. There is usually always a higher trainee ST4-6 first on call at night. On-call availability supplement is 1% - Band B low frequency, low intensity and has been consistently for many years. The rota is currently shared with approximately 18 FTE colleagues, from adult, addictions and learning disability services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent.
• Additional clinical qualifications.

Eligibility

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment.

Desirable

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

Transport

Essential

• Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.

Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Excellent knowledge in specialty of General Adult Psychiatry.
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.

Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning

Essential

• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
• Ability to work constructively in and to lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
• Participated in continuous professional development.
• Participated in research or service evaluation.
• Evidence of achievement in education, research.
• Has actively participated in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
• Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
• Audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service 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.

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

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Norris Green Hub

Falklands Approach

Liverpool

L11 5BS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Healthcare Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as an HCA
• Excellent communication 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Queens Avenue

Newport Pagnell

Buckinghamshire

MK16 8QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information relating to this position please refer to the attached job description and specification.

If you would like to chat in more detail about the position, please contact Sian Wallis: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Business & Admin (or equivalent level of administrative experience)
• OCR/RSA II or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Minimum of 1 years' admin experience

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in an office environment / reception area
• Relevant experience of undertaking office procedures with minimal supervision
• Dealing with the public / customer service experience
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience on phones, writing letters and problem solving

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of using RiO or a patient clinical system

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent typing skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to produce documents and reports to a high standard from handwritten and audio transcription
• Excellent telephone skills
• Ability to prioritise workload in order to meet conflicting demands and deadlines

Desirable

• Audio typing experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

MPFT, Severn Fields Health Village

Sundorne Road

Shrewsbury

SY1 4RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges HQ

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide administrative support to the Community Learning Disability Team. Provide confidential and efficient word processing service, including the preparation of letters, reports from a variety of sources and have a working knowledge of Easy Read. Open, sort and distribute incoming post, prioritising and screening urgent correspondence ensuring it receives appropriate attention/direction. Undertake general office duties as required including filing, photocopying, faxing, scanning etc. Logging calls with the Trusts Service Desk for any building repairs, works etc. Ordering of equipment and stationery on the Trusts E-Procurement System whilst ensuring the correct procedures are adhered to and stock levels are maintained for the teams. Prioritise and manage own workload to meet the needs and requirements of the service demands. Work within parameters of established procedures and to seek advice when necessary. Provide cover for other administrative staff within the team as required. Follow policies relevant to own role. Meet and greet visitors to and from the Friary Centre and Cannock office as necessary.

Previous experience of working within a learning disability setting is desirable. If you feel you have the skills to join this team please do not hesitate to apply.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Marie Parker, Clinical Team Lead on 01785 221576 or email [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in Business Admin, finance, customer care, or relevant experience.
• Good standard of general education.
• RSA II typing or equivalent or can display word processing skills to an equivalent level of competence.

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative experience.
• Previous demonstrable administrative experience within a health setting.
• A good understanding of office procedures and an ability to develop admin systems.
• Supports the work of a multi - disciplinary team.
• Manage and prioritise own workload.
• Dealing with the public.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within the NHS.
• Experience of supporting LD team from an admin perspective.
• Use of RiO.
• Minute taking.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Easy Read.
• Excellent telephone skills.
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of team.
• Proficient in the use of Office Package (i.e. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Flanagan Centre

St Georges Hospital, Corporation Street

Stafford

WS13 6EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We encourage you to view the attached job and person specifications before applying for this exciting and rewarding position.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered mental health Nurse or Allied Health Professional on NMC or HCPC Register
• Post-registration experience, evidence of formal courses and training at diploma/degree level
• Conforms to NMC/HCPC requirements

Desirable

• BSc degree in nursing/relevant professional degree or equivalent level
• Qualification in providing supervision
• Training or relevant experience in managing suicide risk and risk management
• Training or a sound awareness of common physical health conditions and their relationship with mental illness and wellbeing
• Registered Sign off mentor for nurse students (nurses only)

Experience

Essential

• Experience with working with children & young people experiencing mental health related difficulties
• Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs
• Experience of working in community setting and making decisions autonomously
• Experience of assessing, planning, co-ordinating and managing people with mental health problems in a community setting
• Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams
• Experience of leading/contributing to CPA/Care Planning process
• Experience of dealing with mental health related issues/referrals/need for advice by telephone including at times of high demand and in relation to highly stressful/emotive situations
• Experience and ability to carry out clinical audit

Desirable

• Experience of presenting at local/national level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Telford

Hall Court

Telford, Shrewsbury,

TF3 4NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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