Job description

Job responsibilities

Site wide general housekeeping service ensure that the housekeeping services is of an acceptable level and is consistent across site.

Carry out a cleaning service in allocated buildings/rooms/areas ensuring that daily tasks are completed according to the standard operating procedures in relation to the cleanliness/hygiene standards.

Follow infection control procedures whenever carrying out duties and ensure procedures are followed should there be an infection control outbreak.

Liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor and House Staff on a daily basis carrying out special requests in relation to Housekeeping.

Ensure safe storage of cleaning materials and equipment and sufficient stock is maintained informing the Housekeeping Supervisor of stock requiring ordering.

Assist in the cleaning of communal areas on a daily basis and cleaning of carpets, curtains, and high dusting on a rotating schedule.

Ensure that any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible and any issues are reported to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Assist in routine housekeeping audits as outlined in the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and ensure any works are to agreed service levels.

Prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Assist other members of the Site Services and Facilities teams as required.

Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Central Laundry Services/Staff Accommodation

Where resourcing requirements are required to assist in the provision of these services.

Where required work with the Housekeeping Lead/Laundry Operatives to process the laundry in a timely and efficient manner according to the standard operating procedures ensuring that cleanliness and hygiene standards are met and maintained in the central laundry.

Where required any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible.

Where required assist the Housekeeping Supervisor/Assistants to ensure that accommodation is prepared to agreed standards for guests/staff to move in.

Where required carry out the final check of accommodation on a changeover day to ensure minimum standards have been met and guests are able to move in.

Highlight any issues regarding tenant occupation to the Housekeeping Supervisor and in their absence to the Housekeeping Lead (as appropriate).

Training & Development

In conjunction with the Housekeeping Lead through training and development and customer liaison maintain a high standard of cleanliness.

Attend team meetings with housekeeping and laundry staff

Attend mandatory training sessions and gain the required certification.

Develop self to improve personal performance within the department.

Meet regularly for performance and development review, identifying learning objectives and setting targets, identifying opportunities for professional development.

Read all policies and procedures relevant to working practice and to keep up to date with policy changes as they occur.

Professionalism

Takes action and raises concerns.

Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

The role requires a significant degree of manual handling and working with house services/laundry equipment.

Adheres to all health and safety guidelines, including infection prevention and control.

Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.

Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.

Promotes the health and safety of others.

Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.

Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

To attend all mandatory training sessions relevant to the role.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.

Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.

Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.

Remains organised and focused when under pressure.

Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.

Motivates self and others.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Health & Safety,

Desirable

• Knowledge of Infection Control within a house services environment.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements when handling and storing cleaning materials.

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE English (grade C or above) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping Services (or willingness to work towards)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Physically fit for moving, lifting, and cleaning
• Friendly and caring - Essential
• Understanding of childrens needs
• Able to take responsibility for their own work
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to follow instructions and procedures
• To be able to communicate effectively with line manager and all staff
• Strong organisational skills

Experience

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team
• Health and safety aware

Desirable

• Understanding of working within a caring environment.
• Previous experience in a housekeeping/cleaning role (ideally from an NHS/Schools or equivalent background)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

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 Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Site wide general housekeeping service ensure that the housekeeping services is of an acceptable level and is consistent across site.

Carry out a cleaning service in allocated buildings/rooms/areas ensuring that daily tasks are completed according to the standard operating procedures in relation to the cleanliness/hygiene standards.

Follow infection control procedures whenever carrying out duties and ensure procedures are followed should there be an infection control outbreak.

Liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor and House Staff on a daily basis carrying out special requests in relation to Housekeeping.

Ensure safe storage of cleaning materials and equipment and sufficient stock is maintained informing the Housekeeping Supervisor of stock requiring ordering.

Assist in the cleaning of communal areas on a daily basis and cleaning of carpets, curtains, and high dusting on a rotating schedule.

Ensure that any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible and any issues are reported to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Assist in routine housekeeping audits as outlined in the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and ensure any works are to agreed service levels.

Prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Assist other members of the Site Services and Facilities teams as required.

Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Central Laundry Services/Staff Accommodation

Where resourcing requirements are required to assist in the provision of these services.

Where required work with the Housekeeping Lead/Laundry Operatives to process the laundry in a timely and efficient manner according to the standard operating procedures ensuring that cleanliness and hygiene standards are met and maintained in the central laundry.

Where required any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible.

Where required assist the Housekeeping Supervisor/Assistants to ensure that accommodation is prepared to agreed standards for guests/staff to move in.

Where required carry out the final check of accommodation on a changeover day to ensure minimum standards have been met and guests are able to move in.

Highlight any issues regarding tenant occupation to the Housekeeping Supervisor and in their absence to the Housekeeping Lead (as appropriate).

Training & Development

In conjunction with the Housekeeping Lead through training and development and customer liaison maintain a high standard of cleanliness.

Attend team meetings with housekeeping and laundry staff

Attend mandatory training sessions and gain the required certification.

Develop self to improve personal performance within the department.

Meet regularly for performance and development review, identifying learning objectives and setting targets, identifying opportunities for professional development.

Read all policies and procedures relevant to working practice and to keep up to date with policy changes as they occur.

Professionalism

Takes action and raises concerns.

Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

The role requires a significant degree of manual handling and working with house services/laundry equipment.

Adheres to all health and safety guidelines, including infection prevention and control.

Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.

Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.

Promotes the health and safety of others.

Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.

Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

To attend all mandatory training sessions relevant to the role.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.

Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.

Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.

Remains organised and focused when under pressure.

Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.

Motivates self and others.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Health & Safety,

Desirable

• Knowledge of Infection Control within a house services environment.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements when handling and storing cleaning materials.

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE English (grade C or above) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping Services (or willingness to work towards)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Physically fit for moving, lifting, and cleaning
• Friendly and caring - Essential
• Understanding of childrens needs
• Able to take responsibility for their own work
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to follow instructions and procedures
• To be able to communicate effectively with line manager and all staff
• Strong organisational skills

Experience

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team
• Health and safety aware

Desirable

• Understanding of working within a caring environment.
• Previous experience in a housekeeping/cleaning role (ideally from an NHS/Schools or equivalent background)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

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 Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the ICB prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate
• Providing a share of duty doctor sessions each week
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
• Contributing to the upkeep of detailed computer-based patient records by ensuring contemporaneous entries are written as appropriate.
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety:

The post-holder will uphold required standards pertinent to the health and safety of themselves and others as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Implementation of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)
• Maintaining hand hygiene standards
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Safe management of personal sharps use, storage and disposal
• Maintenance of own clean working environment
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training
• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use
• Maintenance of sterile environments

Equality and diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met, the post-holder will participate in any training implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

• All mandatory training
• Role specific ad hoc training events

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

If the GP role is taken on a Partnership basis then a share of GP Partner responsibilities will also be included.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous General Practice Experience

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work within a team
• Good Communication Skills
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Flexible
• Reliable
• Enthusiastic
• Self-motivated
• Full Driving Licence / Car owner

Desirable

• IT / Audit Skills
• EMIS Web clinical system

Qualifications

Essential

• MB ChB or equivalent
• GMC Certificate
• JCPTGP Certificate or CCST
• Defence Organisation Membership
• Inclusion on Performers List

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

Wellside Surgery

Address

45 High Street

Sawtry

Huntingdon

Cambridgeshire

PE28 5SU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose/Summary

To participate in the provision of a Clinical Pharmacy Service to our member GP Practices defined within the Primary Care Network geographical location.

The Clinical Pharmacist will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management and it is expected that the following will be undertaken:

Adhering to local prescribing formulary and undertaking cost-effective prescribing including Medication optimisation.

Undertake holistic structured medication reviews reducing inappropriate polypharmacy where appropriate.

Manage long term conditions.

Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.

Manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation.

Acute prescription requests.

Contribute to reductions in medicine related hospital admissions and readmissions by supporting patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines.

Identifying and addressing medicines related issues while addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP practice(s) that make up the PCN.

Complete audits as per the needs of the Practice or PCN

Further information about these areas can be found below.

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within general practice.

Medication Review and Optimisation

Utilise the LLR prescribing formulary in order to undertake evidence based and cost-effective prescribing.

Undertake holistic structured medication reviews reducing inappropriate polypharmacy where appropriate.

Manage long term conditions e.g., Heart Failure, Hypertension, Asthma, Diabetes.

Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing e.g., reviewing hospital discharge letters.

Manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation.

Acute prescription requests issuing where clinically appropriate.

Medication Reconciliation

Reconcile patients medicines following clinics or hospital discharge and work with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacies.

To review medications for newly registered patients.

Medicine safety

Implement changes to medication that result from CAS/MHRA alerts, product withdrawal, and other local/national guidance.

Develop and implement systems to identify cohorts of patients most likely to be at risk of unplanned admissions and readmissions from medication.

Improve prescribing practices across the Primary Care Network and facilitate changes to medication based on up-to-date evidence-based guidelines e.g., where a drug is withdrawn, or indications change.

Using Clinical systems to ensure safe prescribing e.g., Eclipse, running clinical searches.

Medicines Management

Working within the Primary Care Network team to undertake proactive and holistic routine and structured medication reviews for all patients.

Support effective medication monitoring for all patients e.g., blood tests, high risk drug monitoring, sodium valproate prescribing audit.

Run clinics within clinical competency where appropriate to meet the needs of the Primary Care Network e.g., anticoagulant monitoring clinics, diabetic reviews, hypertension reviews.

Liaise with colleagues in community pharmacy to align and support medicines adherence.

Support the practice with any reviews of repeat prescribing policy helping to improve safety and efficiency.

Medicines Information

Provide clinical medicines expertise to both patients and general practice team (e.g., around doses, side effects, adverse events, possible alternatives e.g., around out of stocks).

Improve prescribing practice through educational support for all prescribers within the Primary Care Network.

Suggest and recommend solutions using clinical knowledge and trusted pharmaceutical sources.

Practice Targets

Supporting with prescribing initiatives set both locally (Medicines Optimisation Framework) and nationally (Quality Outcomes Framework) where appropriate.

Support practices to deliver on IIF, locally commissioned enhanced services and cost-effective prescribing.

Work with PCN team to ensure the practice is compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.

Support the Practice/ PCN/ Federation with any projects that may present themselves, in order to support the patient demographic e.g., Mens Health Clinic, Womens Health Hub, hard to reach patient groups.

Reviewing inappropriate medications prescribed by the practice e.g., drugs no longer advised in primary care, high-cost drugs, specialist drugs.

Collaborating Working Relationships

Work collaboratively with the practice and wider PCN team as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

Attend relevant network and practice meetings.

Support with the requirements as outlines in the PCN DES, including but not limited to providing additional hours for Extended Access.

Education, Experience and Skills

Completion of an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy, and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Previous experience in a GP practice or other pharmacy settings, post registration is desirable.

Experience of working within primary care would be desirable.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to communication and present confidently, with both small and larger groups in formal and informal settings.

Ability to work both independently and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Ability to engage effectively, commanding respect from a wide range of stakeholders including clinicians, patients and the public and in particular, ensuring effective two-way communication within the Primary Care Network member practices.

As part of the requirement of a Pharmacist within Primary Care, you will be required to have completed or be willing to complete the CPPE pathway (18 months approximately).

Already hold, working towards or be prepared to complete a prescribing qualification, upon successful completion of the CPPE pathway.

Demonstrates self-development through continuous professional development activity.

Behavioural

Be able to adhere to the General Pharmaceutical code of conduct, following legal, ethical, professional and organisational requirements.

Clear and effective consultation and communications skills, showing the ability to communicate efficiently with a diverse cohort of patients and clinicians.

Be able to prioritise work based on urgency and clinical need.

Being able to review, understand and adhere to the local and national prescribing guidelines.

Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise throughout your work.

Recognises priorities when problem-solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.

Involves patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence as per NICE guidance.

Demonstrates understanding of the pharmacy role in governance and is able to implement this appropriately within the workplace.

Collaborative Working Relationships

Recognises the roles of other colleagues within the organisation and their role in patient care.

Is able to recognise personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleague(s) when necessary.

Liaises with ICB colleagues including ICB Pharmacists on prescribing related matters to ensure consistency of patient care and benefit.

Liaises with other Primary Care Networks, GP Practices and staff as needed for the collective benefit of patients.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.
• An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices.
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Can plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions.
• Good IT skills.
• Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
• Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/ persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/ agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.
• Work effectively independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision.

Desirable

• In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g., patients).
• Produce timely and informative reports.

Professional Registration

Essential

• Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Other

Essential

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car

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

Hinckley And Bosworth Medical Alliance Ltd

Address

Barwell Medical Centre

55 High Street

Barwell

LE9 8DS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://hbma-gpfederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates understanding of a range of therapeutic models.

• Demonstrates understanding of working with children and young people who require or would benefit from emotional/trauma related psychotherapeutic counselling support.

• Qualified and experienced to deliver Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) to a Level 2 standard (or working towards).

• To provide, under supervision, assessment, including risk assessment, of children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

• To support management of the waiting list playing a proactive role in prioritisation, assessment, and signposting.

• To select and deliver a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions for children, young people and families experiencing mild to moderate or moderate to severe mental health difficulties delivered in collaboration with the child, young person and family.

• To make use of referral pathways following assessment for children, young people and families requiring other services, including statutory and voluntary agencies.

• To explore and evaluate clinical treatment using evaluation tools, contributing to evidence-based practice.

• Working in collaboration to support children, young people and families in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

• Working in collaboration with children, young people and families to develop effective treatment plans and agreed outcomes.

• To operate within the Service Referral to Discharge Protocols.

• Through close case management and supervision, escalate cases where the level of need becomes beyond scope, or more severe ensuring adherence to other relevant element of service delivery.

• Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of children and young people contacts offered, and sessions carried out per week to improve timely access and minimise waiting times.

• Make reasonable adjustments to interventions to support engagement e.g. modifying language for CYP with autism, holding shorter sessions for CYP with ADHD or printing on green paper for individuals with dyslexia

• As appropriate, assist in the development and production of resources for the benefit of children and young people.

• Take part in the delivery of training (as appropriate), consultation with and guidance to, others, pertaining to the level of development.

Supervision:

• Receive clinical supervision and case management in relation to clinical work to meet the required standards.

• Prepare and present case load information to supervisors and case managers within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the governance obligations of the trainee, supervisor and service are delivered.

• Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in practice.

• Work within the boundaries of service delivery and support to meet the requirements of the service needs.

• Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and practice

Safeguarding

• Be responsible for safeguarding children and promoting their welfare, operating within local policies and procedures.

• Under guidance and support take appropriate safeguarding action to protect children and young people at risk of significant harm.

• Ensure that consent is obtained and verified before sharing information, except in safeguarding situations.

• Under guidance and supervision identify and support families in accessing Early Help Services.

Service Monitoring and Development

• To maintain appropriate clinical notes and records on IAPTUS

• Use of service ROMS in line with standard operating procedures

• To undertake relevant Continuing Professional Development as required for the purposes of continued professional accreditation or registration and as identified through professional development and Appraisal system.

• Contribute to the setting of targets and action plans to assist with service development.

• Encourage children and young people to be involved in the monitoring, evaluation, and development of the service.

Collaboration with Other Staff/Agencies

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Headteachers, Deputy Heads, SENCOs, Pastoral Teams, and other school staff, providing advice and consultation.

• Liaise effectively with other local statutory, voluntary, and third-sector providers to build effective relationships and support the development of pathways.

• Present the service and its users in a professional manner and represent the service at inter-agency meetings.

• Liaise with other staff and agencies to further meet the needs of children and young people.

• Work with families involved with social care, liaising closely with Social Workers and other professionals.

Other

• Mapping/updating of existing local services for signposting and review/update existing service directory. Continue to welcome spotlight sessions for external providers during whole team meetings or attend their team meetings.

• Engage caseload to increase effective stakeholder participation in service design and delivery and increase attendance at participation events/groups.

• Regular promotion and marketing of childrens mental health, prevention and early intervention linking in with local/national campaigns

This job description is designed to identify principal responsibilities only. The post holder is required to be flexible in development of the role in accordance with changes in The Links organisational objectives and priorities and service needs.

**The work The Link carries out within the social sector is very much a social approach, therefore to ensure safe working practises our organisation works hard to continuously monitor and review our delivery model and ensures our workers have a protected caseload at all times **

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience as a practicing psychotherapy
• Experience of working therapeutically with children and young people
• Experience of working within a childrens mental health service

Desirable

• Experience in delivering DDP
• Demonstrates an understanding of the service, including referral pathways and criteria for access
• Experience of working within educational establishments

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds a recognised qualification in psychotherapy (Masters level)
• Holds a recognised membership of a relevant professional body (i.e. HCPC/BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS)
• Working towards accreditation

Desirable

• DDP L2 Trained
• Holds a Psychology or other Health/social care/youth related undergraduate degree
• Is accredited with a relevant professional body (i.e. HCPC/BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS)

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 Link

Address

101 The Greenway

Middlesbrough

TS3 9PA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of job:

• To provide a specialist Lymphoedema Service to people with lymphoedema, helping them maintain and/or improve their quality of life through a range of therapeutic actions and activities;
• Undertake holistic assessment of patients and develop, implement and consolidate programmes of care for individuals and their carers;
• Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge/skills in the provision of lymphoedema care and ensure these are updated; and
• To act as a resource and support to Hospice staff and community professionals by offering specialist knowledge and skills in lymphoedema management.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Professional

• Support the Lymphoedema Team Leader and other members of the Lymphoedema team in the management of a defined caseload of patients across multiple sites, providing care for mild to severe, complex complicated chronic oedema which will encompass the provision of manual lymphatic drainage and multi-layer bandaging;
• Act as a resource in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of all patients with lymphoedema, recognising individual physical and psychological needs and observing the principles of holistic care when planning treatment, which are sensitive to the ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of the person;
• Formulate individualised patient management and treatment plans in agreement with patient and/or carers, enabling them to make informed choices and decisions related to treatment;
• Ensure patients and/or carers are given appropriate oral and written information regarding planned care;
• Provide emotional and psychosocial support to lymphoedema patients facing chronic disease and life limiting illnesses including those with advanced disease;
• Communicate sensitive and complex information effectively to patients and carers;
• Maintain an accurate and effective record keeping system, collect data and provide reports as required, including electronic systems;
• Develop and maintain skills required to practice within the field of lymphoedema management in order to assess and diagnose specific symptoms within the scope of practice, advise other health care professionals about appropriate interventions according to the patients requirements;

• Work in collaboration with colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide the highest possible standard of care and support for patients & their families with lymphedema;
• Provide evidence-based professional advice to other health care workers within the area;
• Refer to other specialist services where appropriate;
• Accept and prioritise referrals to the service, organise own workload;
• Promote evidence-based lymphoedema practice with measurable standards and outcomes, aiming to improve care and quality of life;
• Ensure registration with own professional body and is aware of their Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice;
• Be responsible for the maintenance and safety of all lymphoedema equipment, including carrying out related risk assessments as requested;
• Ensure the cost-effective use of all resources including responsibility for issuing of compression garments and equipment to manage lymphedema;
• Support the Lymphoedema Team Leader to redesign and reshape the Lymphoedema service and ensure the implementation of change ensuring the service remains responsive to the needs of patients; and
• Contribute to the development of new and innovative approaches to the delivery and development of care.

Educational Responsibilities

• Identify personal training and continually update and maintain own self-development and awareness, identifying and utilising appropriate educational and study resources in line with professional regulating body requirements;
• Participate in the planning and delivery of lymphoedema education for health care professionals, patients and carers, using a variety of approaches to education;
• Participate in the Hospices mandatory training programme;
• Participate in the assessment of the lymphoedema educational needs of patients, carers and staff;
• Participate in the Hospice in-house educational programmes and the in-service induction and training of other professionals and volunteers as required, involving mentorship of pre and post registration students, teaching assessing individuals and groups;
• Consistently draw on research and literature to influence specialist lymphoedema practice;
• Participate in the development and delivery of formal educational programmes both internally and externally; and
• Provide the opportunity for the education of learners from a variety of professions.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• All employees are required to abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act, attend annual mandatory training sessions and ensure they comply with Hospice policies and procedures at all times;
• Employees must demonstrate commitment to their own personal development and are required to make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice;
• Strict confidentiality applying to all aspects of Hospice business must be observed at all times; and
• Report promptly to the Team Leader or Director of Clinical Services any untoward incident, complaint, grievance etc or other aspect likely to affect the safe and efficient functioning of the service.

Person Specification

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Possess a demonstrable level of theoretical and clinical knowledge of Lymphoedema management
• Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques
• Be able to formulate specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales
• Be competent in the application of compression garments and lymphoedema bandaging
• Be competent in the practise of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Simple Lymphatic Drainage
• Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment
• Awareness of National guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care provision
• Evidence of post graduate study
• Contributing to the development of students and other staff

Desirable

• Be able to use research, reasoning and problem solving skills to determine appropriate actions
• Knowledge of risk assessment

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience as nurse or allied health professional
• Post registration experience in Lymphoedema management or willing to work towards
• Involvement in professional practice education
• Ability to work autonomously and make decisions
• Involvement in professional practice education

Desirable

• Experience working in a palliative care/oncology setting
• Evidence of working effectively across professional boundaries

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner Nurse/ Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist
• Diploma level course in lymphoedema management incorporating intensive therapy, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), MLLB, or willing to work towards
• Recognised teaching and assessing qualification

Desirable

• Oncology and/or Palliative Care Qualification
• Communication Skills training

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Positive professional approach and image
• Personal drive and resilience
• Possesses a wide range of interpersonal skills including ability to prioritise, delegate & negotiate
• Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations
• Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks
• Willingness and ability to travel to sites where the service is delivered
• Holds a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Prince Of Wales Hospice

Address

Prince Of Wales Hospice

Halfpenny Lane

Pontefract

West Yorkshire

WF8 4BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of job:

• The post holder will work as part of the Lymphoedema Service supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care to patients with Lymphoedema.
• This is a developmental role designed to support the successful post holder in progressing towards becoming a competent Assistant Practitioner within the specialist field of lymphoedema management. The post holder will undertake a structured programme of training, supervision and competency development, supported by the Lymphoedema Specialists and wider multidisciplinary team.
• The role will involve assisting with the assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients, working within agreed competencies, treatment protocols and delegated care plans. As knowledge, skills and experience develop, the post holder will gradually undertake a wider range of clinical duties appropriate to competency level.

Clinical Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lymphoedema Specialists in the provision of Lymphoedema Therapy
• Treat patients autonomously with directly unsupervised clinic work, including:

o Simple Lymphatic Drainage

o Skin care, compression therapy, hosiery measurement and garment ordering

o Multi-layer lymphoedema bandaging

o Intermittent pneumatic compression and kinesio-taping

o Measuring and recording of limb volume

o Review clinics for stable mild/moderate lymphoedema patients

• Educate patients in skin care, with a view to preventing cellulitis, especially around foot care, nail care and check their compliance and progress on follow up visits.
• Encourage patients to adhere to treatment and to continue with dietary and exercise plans over a long period of time, with awareness of patient body image concerns.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their carers regarding lymphoedema assessment and planned treatment.
• Exchange complex condition related information with tact and persuasion to engage patients and carers in care delivery, with a high degree of empathy and reassurance.
• Use effective communication skills, verbal and non-verbal to communicate treatment programmes to patients who have barriers to understanding and communicating and respond sensitively and tactfully where patients and carers may become distressed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and collect data for reporting.
• Be responsible for the safe use lymphoedema specific equipment and ensure all maintenance is up to date.
• Liaise with and refer to services/organisations both internally and externally to support the best possible management of patients.
• Prioritise own workload to ensure clinical priorities are met and care is managed in a timely fashion.
• Be responsible for the safe use lymphoedema specific equipment and ensure all maintenance is up to date.
• Work alongside the Wellbeing Team to provide flexible support and support wellbeing groups for patients, e.g. patient exercise groups.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act, attend annual mandatory training sessions and ensure compliance with Hospice policies and procedures and all statutory and local policy requirements at all times.
• Report promptly to the Lymphoedema Lead any untoward incident, complaint, grievance or other aspect likely to affect the safe and efficient functioning of the service.
• Undertake activities, from time to time, representing The Prince of Wales Hospices services to outside groups or the general public.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice.
• Maintain strict confidentiality applying to all aspects of Hospice business at all times.

The tasks and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other tasks in agreement with their line manager.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Positive professional approach and image
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Planning and organisational skills to cope with day-to-day tasks and activities
• Good observational and listening skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations
• Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks
• Willingness and ability to travel to sites where the service is delivered
• Holds a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle to attend external clinics and community groups

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2/3 NVQ or BTEC in a care related subject or equivalent
• Diploma level course in lymphoedema management or willing to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and make decisions.

Desirable

• Working with patients with complex needs including lymphoedema, chronic oedema, cancer patients
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Transferrable skills to support Wellbeing team when deemed appropriate

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Be able to implement specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales
• Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment

Desirable

• Excellent communication skills verbal & non-verbal, including tact & persuasion
• Possess a demonstrable level of theoretical and clinical knowledge of Lymphoedema management
• Be competent in the practice of Simple Lymphatic Drainage
• Be competent in the application of compression garments and lymphoedema bandaging

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 Prince Of Wales Hospice

Address

Prince Of Wales Hospice

Halfpenny Lane

Pontefract

West Yorkshire

WF8 4BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role

As a Salaried GP, you will

• Provide high quality care to registered and temporary patients
• Contribute to service development and practice initiatives
• Work closely with colleagues across the practice and PCN
• Enjoy continuity of care that supports both patients and clinicians

This is an excellent opportunity for a GP seeking a stable, friendly, and supportive practice with a genuinely positive culture.

Benefits

• Attractive premises

• Supportive, cohesive team

• 6 weeks annual leave

• 1 week study leave

• NHS Pension

• Opportunities to develop areas of special interest

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• We are above all looking for someone who will be a great fit for our friendly, positive team. Experience and years served are not essential we value personal qualities, potential, and a collaborative approach.
• Key qualities we value are
• Positivity and a can do attitude,
• Recognition of the importance of teamwork,
• Respect for all colleagues, regardless of role,
• Honesty, openness and fairness,
• Balanced, reasonable contributions to discussions,
• Willingness to go the extra mile when needed,
• Loyalty and commitment,
• Acceptance of decision making by consensus. We are seeking a well rounded clinician with excellent clinical skills who will thrive in a close knit, supportive environment. We are happy to encourage development into additional clinical areas, and will fully support integration into a dispensing practice for those without prior 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.

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

Brent Area Medical Centre

Address

Brent Road

East Brent

Highbridge

Somerset

TA9 4JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Practitioner dealing patients face to face, telephone consultations. Also liaising with patients via our computer platform ask my GP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBCH or equivalent
• MRCGP

Desirable

• ideally minor surgery but not essential

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

Dulais Valley Primary Care Centre

Address

Dulais Road

Seven Sisters

Neath

SA10 9EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Skills and Responsibilities:

Provide high quality, evidence based and equitable speech and language therapy interventions for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust.

Lead the provision of high quality, evidence based speech and language therapy provision for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust School in partnership with other members of the Multidisciplinary Team and Education services.

Support the Multidisciplinary Team regarding the impact of tracheostomies, on speaking and swallowing following assessment of laryngeal integrity, secretion management and swallow.

Undertake specialist speech and language therapy assessments of children with highly complex needs e.g. multiple co-morbidities, neurodisabilities and chronic conditions, through standardised and non-standardised assessments and clinical observations.

Devise suitable, individual, speech and language therapy plan that fit within the childs daily routine, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary team; these should be monitored, evaluated, and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.

Be an autonomous practitioner with responsibility for assessment, treatment, and planning for an allocated caseload of children/young people.

Be a key point of support and advice for the speech and language therapy team and Multidisciplinary team.

Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and / or appointments, as required.

Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Childrens Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics, and attend clinics with the child as required.

Contribute to the assessment and discussion of new referrals to The Childrens Trust, carrying out off site referral assessments around the United Kingdom, as required.

Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as and when required, in a timely manner and in line with organisational targets.

Utilise patient reported and standardised outcome measures for each allocated child/young person and complete in a timely manner.

Assess, evaluate, and recommend discharge/transition plans for children/young people within the multidisciplinary team framework.

Provide assessment and management guidelines for young people with assistive technology needs, sharing information with the assistive technology team, and referring to national hubs where appropriate.

Provide assessment and intervention in the clinical area of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) for school, teaching and integrating skills with members of the Multidisciplinary and educational teams.

Support the Multidisciplinary and Education team with measuring short term targets through using the IMpacts curriculum, therapy outcome measurement tools e.g. Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS).

Teach, integrate, and monitor speech and language therapy interventions in the childs environment, whether it is carried out by parents, school staff, therapy staff, nursing and care staff or volunteers.

Assess, and organise the provision of necessary speech and language therapy / eating and drinking equipment.

Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Childrens Trust.

Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as required, in a timely manner in line with organisational targets.

Escalate any concerns around dysphagia to our specialist providers and medical teams, where appropriate.

Lead and deliver a tiered model approach for speech and language therapy at The Childrens Trust School, providing regular integrated time to classes and houses.

Provide leadership within the context of MDTs in Special Schools internally and externally.

Work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and the child and family to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and appointments as required.

Assess, evaluate, and recommend discharge/transition plans for children/young people within the multidisciplinary team framework.

Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery.

Work flexibly in terms of hours, in order to meet the needs of the service, including an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month.

Represent the Therapy Team and The Childrens Trust when appropriate, deputising for the Heads of Therapy as required.

Actively participate in and support the running of relevant meetings and groups.

Communication

Facilitates effective communication with families and members of the multidisciplinary team, supporting others to embed the advice regarding management of needs around communication and eating and drinking and tracheostomy care.

Recognises barriers to communication and be able to reduce these as appropriate.

Communicates regularly and effectively with the Heads of Therapy.

Maintains clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.

Ensures documents are managed confidentially at all times.

Involve children and families in areas of service development.

Use a range of advanced communication skills, to share specialised information and discussions with a range of audiences, with different levels of knowledge and expertise.

Attend, contribute and chair Multidisciplinary Team meetings, to discuss individual children/ young people.

Develop and promote relationships with external networks, including professionals, stakeholders, and specialist centres, in order to ensure excellence of care, whilst representing the organisation and reflecting The Childrens Trust core values.

Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints and as they occur, taking immediate action where necessary.

Management of Self and Others

Working alongside the School Leadership Team and Head of Therapy, lead on identified and agreed areas of service development and quality improvement within a defined clinical area, including designing, implementing and reviewing these.

Participate in the overall day-to-day management and development of the speech and Language Therapy Service, to ensure an efficient and safe service for all.

Provide day-to-day leadership, support and supervision for junior staff, technicians, volunteers, and students, within area of responsibility, providing direction, motivation, and support to achieve key objectives.

Represent the Therapy Team on behalf of the Head of Therapies for Rehabilitation/School, when requested.

Take on the role of Lead Professional or Coordinating Therapist, following team discussion or as requested by the Head of Therapy, in accordance with the current profile description.

Participate in the annual Performance Development Review and monthly supervision sessions, as required by The Childrens Trust, both as Appraiser and Appraise.

Advise the Head of Therapy, regarding resources and equipment needs, including shortfalls.

Manage time effectively, prioritising and delegating work, as required.

Assess needs, decide priorities, and organise, monitor, and evaluate the provision of an efficient and effective Therapy service, in liaison with the Head of Therapy.

Governance

Read and implements all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keeps up to date with policy changes as they occur.

Critically evaluate new intervention methods and implement where appropriate.

Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development.

Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation.

Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.

Actively participates in local clinical governance activities.

Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, to ensure that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policies.

Independently advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills, in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g. by attending courses/ lectures, contact and involvement with relevant special interest groups, and/ or visiting other departments.

Develop and deliver external training courses in area of specialism, where potential demand is identified.

Disseminate and ensure the embedding of relevant new practice, through attendance at and contributing to in-service education, Literature Reviews, mentoring and shared sessions.

Record outcomes of learning activities, in a format that reflects personal preferences and professional requirement, in line with the RCSLT competencies for dysphagia and tracheostomies.

Take an active part in the training of junior colleagues and lead the development of Reflective Practice in others.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RCSLT recognised degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
• Dysphagia competency to Level C (RCSLT Competencies).
• Recent relevant training with respect to Augmentative and Alternative.
• Willing to participate in any relevant training identified to develop skills required to carry out duties including extended role activities.
• Maintains a portfolio of CPD in line with regulatory body standards.

Desirable

• Post graduate Diploma or Masters or currently enrolled in Masters.
• Communication (AAC) and understanding of a wide range of AAC relevant to service users with complex communication needs.
• Tracheostomy Competency trained or willing to train to meet Core Competencies and Paediatric competencies (RCSLT).

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of a wide ranges of speech and language therapy management for neurodisability supported by advanced clinical reasoning.
• Knowledge of a wide range of approaches and application of techniques for the management of complex children with disabilities.
• Highly specialised observation and treatment skills relevant to the assessment of respiratory needs.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a speech and language therapy.
• Attention to detail.
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance.
• Commitment to working flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent in supporting junior staff in developing dysphagia skills.
• Analytical and creative problem solving skills in unpredictable situations, synthesising a variety of evidence, and presenting this in a relevant format e.g. report; presentation.
• Workload management including delegation of tasks and day-to-day team leadership.
• Competent IT skills in order to collect and interpret data, present reports, and compile presentations in a range of contexts.
• Advanced verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex or potentially distressing information to parents/carers and managing conflict when appropriate.
• Reflective practice skills able to give clear and effective feedback and support others to develop.
• Develop and lead clinical audit within specialist clinical area.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of dysphagia assessment and management.
• Competent skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Understanding of physical, communication, behavioural and emotional changes after acquired brain injury (ABI).
• Knowledge of current research, clinical audit, and service evaluation methods.
• Clinical assessment and intervention skills relevant to children and/or adults people with neuro-disability.
• Clinical reasoning skills in predictable situations, analysing a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g. report; presentation.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and young people with complex disabilities.
• Understanding of physical, communication, behavioural and emotional changes after acquired brain injury (ABI).
• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust:
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable.

Desirable

• Knowledge of tracheostomy impact on speaking; secretions and swallowing; and knowledge of management of tracheostomy care and weaning.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of five years clinical experience post basic qualification:
• Minimum clinical experience of two years working in Dysphagia:
• Minimum clinical experience of three years working in Paediatrics or neurodisability.
• Worked within a multidisciplinary team and a specialist school setting.
• Worked with children and families.
• Experience of service development and quality improvement.
• Experience of SEND legislation and SENDist tribunals.

Desirable

• Minimum clinical experience of two years working in tracheostomy care.
• Experience of leading a team and change management.
• Experience undertaking a research study or audit.

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 Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Skills and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence based occupational therapy provision for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust School, in partnership with other members of the multi-disciplinary team and education services.
• Undertake specialist occupational therapy assessments of children with complex needs e.g. multiple co-morbidities, neurodisabilities and chronic conditions, through standardised and non-standardised assessments and clinical observations.
• Devise suitable, individualised, 24hr occupational therapy programmes/strategies that fit within the childs daily routine, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary Team; these should be monitored, evaluated, and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.
• Develop therapy goals, in collaboration with the child and family/carers, as well as the multidisciplinary and education teams, other health professionals and agencies, to facilitate the participation of the child in their life skills.
• Support assessment and management guidelines for young people with assistive technology needs.
• Support assessment and intervention in the clinical area of assistive technology for school, teaching and integrating skills with members of the multidisciplinary and educational teams.
• Set outcomes as part of the child or young persons annual review and Education, Health and Care Plans.
• Support the Multidisciplinary and education teams with measuring short term targets, through using the IMpacts curriculum, therapy outcome measurement tools e.g. Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS).
• Teach, integrate, and monitor occupational therapy interventions in the childs environment, whether it is carried out by parents, school staff, therapy staff, nursing and care staff or volunteers.
• Assess, and organise the provision of necessary occupational therapy equipment.
• Support specialist interventions including upper limb splinting and casting with support from the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist.
• Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Childrens Trust.
• Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as required, in a timely manner in line with organisational targets.
• Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Childrens Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics, and attend clinics with the child as required.
• Support the delivery of a tiered model approach to occupational therapy at The Childrens Trust School, providing regular integrated time to classes and houses.
• Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and/ or appointments, as required.
• Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, to ensure effective service delivery.
• Work flexibly in terms of hours, including the ability to work an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month.
• Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with children/young people (applying the principles of consistent communication).
• Facilitate effective communication with families and members of the Multidisciplinary Team.
• Recognise barriers to effective communication and be able to reduce these as appropriate.
• Attend and contribute to Multidisciplinary Team meetings, to discuss individual children/ young people and service in general, as required e.g. reviews, case conferences, parents evenings, clinics, etc.
• Maintain clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.
• Ensure documents are managed confidentially at all times.
• Attend regular meetings with the Multidisciplinary Team, to discuss individual children/young people and service in general, as required e.g. reviews, case conferences, parents evenings, clinics.
• Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints, and as they occur taking immediate action where necessary.

Management of Self and Others

• Provide support and supervision for junior team members and students, within area of responsibility, providing direction, motivation, and support to achieve key objectives.
• Participate in the annual Performance Development Review and monthly supervision sessions, as required by The Childrens Trust, both as Appraiser and Appraise.
• Manage time effectively, prioritising and delegating work appropriately and as required.

Governance

• Read and implement all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keep up to date with changes as and when they occur.
• Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Continue the audit cycle, by evaluating any changes implemented as a result. This should include the adoption of evidence informed practice, the trial of emerging interventions and the cessation of interventions, where evidence is insufficient and other approaches are indicated.
• Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.
• Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, in order that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.
• Actively participate in local clinical governance activities.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

• Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policy.
• Advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g. by attending courses/ lectures, contact and involvement with relevant special interest groups and visiting other departments/ organisations and by conducting Literature Reviews.
• Prepare appropriately for Performance Development Reviews, identifying learning objectives and setting targets; identify opportunities for professional development in order to meet continuing professional development requirements.
• Submit research Abstracts/ Posters to both local and national conferences, with support if required.
• Participate in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate.

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

• In addition to The Childrens Trust policies, the Specialist Occupational Therapist is governed by, and should adhere to, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of Proficiency for occupational therapists and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Quality Assurance Standards.
• Make day-to-day decisions regarding occupational therapy requirements for children and young people, based on case load, including recommendations for specialist equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload, taking into account the needs of the whole service.
• Monthly formal supervision.
• Provides formal supervision monthly to junior Occupational Therapists and/or Multidisciplinary Technicians.

Professionalism

• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.
• Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.
• Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.
• Takes action and raises concerns.

Health and Safety

• Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
• Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
• Promotes the health and safety of others.
• Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.
• Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

• Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.
• Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.
• Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
• Remains organised and focused when under pressure.
• Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.
• Motivates self and other.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RCOT recognised degree or postgraduate diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Continuous Professional Development in line with regulatory body standards.

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy.
• Member of specialist interest group or forum.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years clinical experience post qualification.
• Experience of working with children/young people with neurodisabilities and or mainstream and or specialist schools/ and or paediatrics.
• Experience of working as part of a multi-professional team.

Desirable

• Experience of 24 postural care approach.
• Experience of working with families.
• Experience of SEND legislation.
• Experience of specialist equipment.
• Recent relevant training with respect to assistive technology.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of occupational therapy management for neurodisability supported by clinical reasoning.
• Clinical reasoning skills in predictable situations, analysing a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g. report, presentation.
• Workload management including delegation of tasks.
• Observation and treatment skills relevant to the assessment and management.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a school therapy role.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to supervise others and enable development of their skills.
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance.
• To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This may include one weekend day a month and early evening working- there is no on call required.
• Competent written and verbal communication skills.
• Identifies own training needs and pursues on own initiative.

Desirable

• Risk assessment skills.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and young people with complex disabilities.
• Competent skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of relevant outcome measures and statutory outcome requirements.

Desirable

• Knowledge of current research, clinical audit, and service evaluation methods.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Physically fit and able to comply with The Charitys manual handling guidelines; able to carry out moderate - intense physical effort, throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

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

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties and the provision of administrative support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties can include but are not limited to, the processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers in accordance with current policies, including the use of the electronic referral service (ERS).

All staff at Darwen Healthlink have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)

This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.

Confidentiality

This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service.

Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)

To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.

This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.

Induction Training

On arrival at the practice all personnel are to complete a practice induction programme; this is managed by the Management team.

Learning and Development

The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery.

Collaborative Working

All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner.

Service Delivery

Staff at Darwen Healthlink must adhere to the information contained with practice policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are adhered to at all times. Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure.

Security

The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.

Professional Conduct

At Darwen Healthlink, staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role.

Leave

All personnel are entitled to take leave. Line managers are to ensure all of their staff are afforded the opportunity to take a minimum of 27 days leave each year, and should be encouraged to take all of their leave entitlement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above)
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a health care setting as a medical secretary
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills, including audio typing
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Forward thinker
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Desirable

• Experience of administrative duties
• EMIS user 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

Darwen Healthlink

Address

Darwen Health Centre

James Street West

Darwen

Lancashire

BB3 1PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, execute and evaluate physiotherapy interventions for referred children, within a multidisciplinary team setting and using facilities available, both on and off site.
• Carry out highly specialist physiotherapy assessments and interventions, including support for the on-site Botox clinic; serial casting; and Orthotics provision.
• Produce functional goals in collaboration with the child / young person, family and MDT.
• Devise suitable, individualised, 24hr physiotherapy/postural management programmes for each child, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary team these should be monitored, evaluated and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.
• Work collaboratively with families to maximise engagement in therapy sessions; support the management of and promote confidence, in meeting their childs needs.
• Assess for and organise provision of necessary therapy equipment and/or orthotics. This may be loaned equipment for use at The Childrens Trust or recommendations for equipment for long-term use on return home.
• Teach, integrate and monitor physiotherapy interventions/ advice in the childs environment, whether it is carried out by parents, therapy staff, nursing or care staff.
• Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and/ or appointments, as required.
• Use awareness of how other components of the childs care and rehabilitation may impact on their respiratory function.
• Use awareness of how a 24hr postural management programme impacts on the respiratory system, sleep pattern and the compliance to rehabilitation, to inform physiotherapy interventions and the multidisciplinary care and therapy plans.
• Support the delivery of 24hr rehabilitation, through the provision of advice/ information, education and modelling, to the Multidisciplinary Team, tailoring the provision of information to the needs of the child, their family and the staff concerned.
• Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Childrens Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics and attend clinics with the child, as and when required.
• Contribute to the assessment and discussion of new referrals to The Childrens Trust, carrying out off-site referral assessments around the United Kingdom, as required.
• Work collaboratively with professional colleagues in other services, to facilitate the admission and discharge process.
• Take on the role of Coordinating Therapist, following team discussion or as requested by the Heads of Therapy, in accordance with the profile description.
• Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Childrens Trust.
• Contribute to child related reports and assist with the collation of these as required, in a timely manner and in line with organisational targets.
• Critically evaluate new intervention methods and implement where deemed appropriate/ necessary.
• Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery.
• Work flexibility in terms of hours of work, including the ability to work an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month.
• Represent the Therapy Team and The Childrens Trust when appropriate, deputising for the Heads of Therapy as required.
• Actively participate in and support the running of relevant meetings.
• To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with children/young people (applying the principles of consistent communication).
• Facilitate effective communication with families and members of the Multidisciplinary Team.
• Recognise barriers to effective communication and be able to reduce these as appropriate.
• Maintain clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.
• Ensure documents are managed confidentially at all times.
• Attend and contribute to regular meetings with the Multidisciplinary Team, to discuss individual children/young people and service in general, as required e.g., reviews, case conferences, parents evenings, clinics.
• Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints, and as they occur taking immediate action where necessary.

Governance

• Read and implement all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keep up to date with changes as and when they occur.
• Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development, with support from Clinical Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Continue the audit cycle, by evaluating any changes implemented as a result. This should include the adoption of evidence informed practice, the trial of emerging interventions and the cessation of interventions, where evidence is insufficient and other approaches are indicated.
• Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Head of Rehabilitation Therapies.
• Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.
• Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, in order that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.
• Actively participate in local clinical governance activities.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

• Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policy.
• Advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g. by attending courses/ lectures, contact and involvement with relevant special interest groups and visiting other departments/ organisations and by conducting Literature Reviews.
• Prepare appropriately for Performance Development Reviews, identifying learning objectives and setting targets; identify opportunities for professional development in order to meet continuing professional development requirements.
• Participates in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate.

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

• Make day-to-day decisions regarding physiotherapy requirements for children and young people, based on case load, including recommendations for specialist equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload, taking into account the needs of the whole service.
• Monthly formal supervision.
• Provide formal supervision monthly to junior Therapists and/or Multidisciplinary Technicians.
• Supporting the Physiotherapy Team and house based multi-disciplinary team in delivery of an effective service.

Professionalism

• Takes action and raises concerns.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.
• Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.
• Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

• Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
• Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
• Promotes the health and safety of others.
• Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (Vantage), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.
• Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

• Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.
• Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.
• Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
• Remains organised and focused when under pressure.
• Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.
• Motivates self and other.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Attention to detail
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance
• Ability to work flexibly, in order to meet the needs of the service, including an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month (N.B. there is no On Call service required)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.
• Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of five years clinical experience post qualification
• Minimum of three years clinical experience working in Paediatrics, Neurology and/ or Neurosurgery
• Working within a multidisciplinary team
• Working with children and families
• Experience of undertaking a research study or audit

Desirable

• Experience of leading a team and change management
• Experiencing developing a new service pathway, or desire to do so
• Experience working in spinal cord injury rehabilitation

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Continuous Professional Development, above the regulatory body standards

Desirable

• Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or European Academy of Childhood Disability
• Postgraduate Diploma or Masters (or currently enrolled/ near to completion)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current research in acute brain injury in paediatrics
• Knowledge of relevant outcome measures relating to acute brain injury and/ or paediatric neurology
• Competent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Podium and/or poster presentations at conferences

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

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about this post.

The Job Description for this post has been approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and Licence to Practise
• On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months
• Section 12 approved or within 3 months
• AC status or within 3 months

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge, skills and experience relevant to this role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Harbour

Windmill Rise

Blackpool

FY4 4FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Practitioner dealing patients face to face, telephone consultations. Also liaising with patients via our computer platform ask my GP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBCH or equivalent
• MRCGP

Desirable

• ideally minor surgery but not essential

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

Dulais Valley Primary Care Centre

Address

Dulais Road

Seven Sisters

Neath

SA10 9EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

The successful post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.

Key Responsibilities:

• 15-minute consultation Slots
• Share of home visits (if required)
• Able to manage acute presentations
• Able to manage chronic conditions
• Able to order appropriate investigations (bloods/radiology).
• Able to refer appropriately to secondary care or organise emergency admissions.
• Able to see all age groups
• No restrictions on prescribing.
• Able to see pregnant women in regards non pregnancy related issues.
• Able to deal with mental health presentations

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• What we are looking for in an Advanced Nurse Practitioner;
• Can show evidence of using autonomous physical examination and assessment skills in practice
• Can demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children

Qualifications

Essential

• What we are looking for in an Advanced Nurse Practitioner;
• Registered Adult Nurse registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Previous experience in the role of ANP is essential and
• Skilled in triage, emergency care and treatment of minor illnesses

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

Allt Goch Medical Centre

Address

Lon Y Becws

Allt Goch

Flint

Flintshire

CH6 5UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.wales.nhs.uk/sites3/home.cfm?orgid=695 (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence based and equitable speech and language therapy interventions for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust in partnership with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Devise suitable, individual, plans that fit within the childs daily routine, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary team; these should be monitored, evaluated, and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.
• Facilitate involvement of family and carers in the rehabilitation process, including day-to-day therapy sessions, and the handing over of practical skills and care.
• Be an autonomous practitioner with responsibility for assessment, treatment and planning for an allocated caseload of children/young people.
• Be a key point of support and advice for the speech and language therapy team and Multidisciplinary team.
• Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and / or appointments, as required.
• Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Children's Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics, and attend clinics with the child as required.
• Contribute to the assessment and discussion of new referrals to The Children's Trust, carrying out off site referral assessments around the United Kingdom, as required.
• Identify, assess, and refer appropriate children / young people requiring instrumental assessment, for example Videofluoroscopy Swallow Study, in accordance with departmental policy and guidance.
• Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as and when required, in a timely manner and in line with organisational targets.
• Utilise patient reported and standardised outcome measures for each allocated child/young person and complete in a timely manner.
• Assess, evaluate, and recommend discharge/transition plans for children/young people within the multidisciplinary team framework.
• Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery.
• Work flexibly in terms of hours, in order to meet the needs of the individual child / young person, as well as the service as a whole, including an early evening (maximum one per week) and weekend day (maximum one per month)
• Actively participate in and support the running of relevant meetings.
• Actively contribute to audit and research, including production of research outputs.

Communication

• Facilitates effective communication with families and members of the multidisciplinary team, supporting others to embed the advice regarding management of needs around communication and eating and drinking.
• Recognises barriers to communication and be able to reduce and repair these as appropriate.
• Communicates regularly and effectively with the wider team and Therapy Leads.
• Maintains clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.
• Ensures documents are managed confidentially at all times.
• Involve children and families in areas of service development.
• Use a range of advanced communication skills, to share specialised information and discussions with a range of audiences, with different levels of knowledge and expertise.
• Attend, contribute and chair Multidisciplinary Team meetings, to discuss individual children/ young people.
• Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints and as they occur, taking immediate action where necessary.
• Develop and promote relationships with external networks, including professionals, stakeholders, and specialist centres, in order to ensure excellence of care, whilst representing the organisation and reflecting The Children's Trust core values.

Governance

• Read and implement all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keep up to date with changes as and when they occur.
• Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development, with support from Clinical Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Continue the audit cycle, by evaluating any changes implemented as a result. This should include the adoption of evidence informed practice, the trial of emerging interventions and the cessation of interventions, where evidence is insufficient and other approaches are indicated.
• Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Head of Rehabilitation Therapies.
• Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.
• Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, in order that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.
• Actively participate in local clinical governance activities.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

• Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policies.
• Independently advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills, in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g., by attending courses/ lectures, attending, and contributing to journal club, contact and involvement with relevant Clinical Excellence Networks, engaging in shadowing and peer observation sessions, and/ or visiting other departments.
• Develop and deliver external training courses in area of specialism, where potential demand is identified.
• Disseminate and ensure the embedding of relevant new practice, through attendance at and contributing to in-service education, Literature Reviews, mentoring and shared sessions.
• Record outcomes of learning activities, in a format that reflects personal preferences and professional requirement, in line with the RCSLT competencies.
• Complete and maintain clinical competency documents in line with job role, for example RCSLT dysphagia competencies.
• Take an active part in the training of junior colleagues and lead the development of Reflective Practice in others.
• Participates in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate.
• Continuously updates knowledge of the external environment and highlights any issues that will impact upon existing policies and procedures.

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

• In addition to The Childrens Trust policies, the Specialist Speech and Language Therapist is governed by, and should adhere to, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of Proficiency for speech and language therapists and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Quality Assurance Standards.
• Make day-to-day decisions regarding speech, language and feeding / swallowing requirements for children and young people, based on case load, including recommendations for specialist equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload, taking into account the needs of the whole service.
• Monthly formal supervision.
• Provides formal supervision monthly to junior Speech and Language Therapists and/or Multidisciplinary Technicians.
• Support recruitment processes, as requested by the Therapy Team Lead.

Professionalism

• Takes action and raises concerns.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.
• Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.
• Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

• Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
• Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
• Promotes the health and safety of others.
• Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (Vantage), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.
• Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

• Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.
• Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.
• Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
• Remains organised and focused when under pressure.
• Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.
• Motivates self and other.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Formal and informal assessment of speech, language, communication, and ability to devise and carry out intervention plans
• Ability to meet the physical demands of providing intensive speech and language therapy
• Attention to detail
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance
• Commitment to working flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations, synthesising a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g., report; presentation
• Workload management including delegation of tasks and day-to-day teamwork
• Competent Microsoft IT skills in order to collect and interpret data, present reports, and compile presentations in a range of contexts
• Advanced verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex or potentially distressing information to parents/carers and managing conflict when appropriate
• Reflective practice skills able to give clear and effective feedback and support others to develop
• Develop and lead clinical audit within specialist clinical area

Desirable

• Competent in supporting junior staff in developing dysphagia skills
• UK Driving Licence

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.
• Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues.

Experience

Essential

• Willingness to engage in awareness level tracheostomy training and dysphagia competency training at Level C
• Experience in any one or a combination of the following -
• (Neuro rehabilitation; adults or paediatric, Children or adults with complex medical needs, Alternative Augmentative Communication)
• Worked within a multidisciplinary team
• Worked with children and families

Desirable

• Minimum of 18 months clinical experience post basic qualification
• Clinical experience of working with children, young people, or adults with feeding / swallowing issues
• Experience of service development and quality improvement

Qualifications

Essential

• RCSLT recognised degree or postgraduate degree diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Certified member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy
• Evidence of successful completion of relevant specialist courses
• Willing to participate in any relevant training identified to develop skills required to carry out duties including extended role activities
• Maintains a portfolio of CPD in line with regulatory body standards

Desirable

• Evidence of completing RCSLT dysphagia competencies Level A/B or working at Level C
• Demonstrated competency in dysphagia

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of oro-pharyngeal dysphagia assessment and range of interventions used for acquired and developmental rehabilitation
• Knowledge of current research, clinical audit, and service evaluation methods
• Clinical assessment and intervention skills relevant to children and/or adults people with neuro-disability.
• Clinical reasoning skills in predictable situations, analysing a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g., report; presentation
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and young people with complex disabilities
• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload
• Highly motivated and reliable

Desirable

• Knowledge of tracheostomy impact on speaking; secretions and swallowing; and knowledge of management of tracheostomy care and weaning
• Understanding of physical, communication, behavioural and emotional changes after acquired brain injury (ABI).

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

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence based and equitable speech and language therapy interventions for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust in partnership with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Devise suitable, individual, plans that fit within the childs daily routine, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary team; these should be monitored, evaluated, and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.
• Facilitate involvement of family and carers in the rehabilitation process, including day-to-day therapy sessions, and the handing over of practical skills and care.
• Be an autonomous practitioner with responsibility for assessment, treatment and planning for an allocated caseload of children/young people.
• Be a key point of support and advice for the speech and language therapy team and Multidisciplinary team.
• Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and / or appointments, as required.
• Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Children's Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics, and attend clinics with the child as required.
• Contribute to the assessment and discussion of new referrals to The Children's Trust, carrying out off site referral assessments around the United Kingdom, as required.
• Identify, assess, and refer appropriate children / young people requiring instrumental assessment, for example Videofluoroscopy Swallow Study, in accordance with departmental policy and guidance.
• Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as and when required, in a timely manner and in line with organisational targets.
• Utilise patient reported and standardised outcome measures for each allocated child/young person and complete in a timely manner.
• Assess, evaluate, and recommend discharge/transition plans for children/young people within the multidisciplinary team framework.
• Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery.
• Work flexibly in terms of hours, in order to meet the needs of the individual child / young person, as well as the service as a whole, including an early evening (maximum one per week) and weekend day (maximum one per month)
• Actively participate in and support the running of relevant meetings.
• Actively contribute to audit and research, including production of research outputs.

Communication

• Facilitates effective communication with families and members of the multidisciplinary team, supporting others to embed the advice regarding management of needs around communication and eating and drinking.
• Recognises barriers to communication and be able to reduce and repair these as appropriate.
• Communicates regularly and effectively with the wider team and Therapy Leads.
• Maintains clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.
• Ensures documents are managed confidentially at all times.
• Involve children and families in areas of service development.
• Use a range of advanced communication skills, to share specialised information and discussions with a range of audiences, with different levels of knowledge and expertise.
• Attend, contribute and chair Multidisciplinary Team meetings, to discuss individual children/ young people.
• Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints and as they occur, taking immediate action where necessary.
• Develop and promote relationships with external networks, including professionals, stakeholders, and specialist centres, in order to ensure excellence of care, whilst representing the organisation and reflecting The Children's Trust core values.

Governance

• Read and implement all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keep up to date with changes as and when they occur.
• Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development, with support from Clinical Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Continue the audit cycle, by evaluating any changes implemented as a result. This should include the adoption of evidence informed practice, the trial of emerging interventions and the cessation of interventions, where evidence is insufficient and other approaches are indicated.
• Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Head of Rehabilitation Therapies.
• Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.
• Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, in order that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.
• Actively participate in local clinical governance activities.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

• Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policies.
• Independently advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills, in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g., by attending courses/ lectures, attending, and contributing to journal club, contact and involvement with relevant Clinical Excellence Networks, engaging in shadowing and peer observation sessions, and/ or visiting other departments.
• Develop and deliver external training courses in area of specialism, where potential demand is identified.
• Disseminate and ensure the embedding of relevant new practice, through attendance at and contributing to in-service education, Literature Reviews, mentoring and shared sessions.
• Record outcomes of learning activities, in a format that reflects personal preferences and professional requirement, in line with the RCSLT competencies.
• Complete and maintain clinical competency documents in line with job role, for example RCSLT dysphagia competencies.
• Take an active part in the training of junior colleagues and lead the development of Reflective Practice in others.
• Participates in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate.
• Continuously updates knowledge of the external environment and highlights any issues that will impact upon existing policies and procedures.

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

• In addition to The Childrens Trust policies, the Specialist Speech and Language Therapist is governed by, and should adhere to, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of Proficiency for speech and language therapists and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Quality Assurance Standards.
• Make day-to-day decisions regarding speech, language and feeding / swallowing requirements for children and young people, based on case load, including recommendations for specialist equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload, taking into account the needs of the whole service.
• Monthly formal supervision.
• Provides formal supervision monthly to junior Speech and Language Therapists and/or Multidisciplinary Technicians.
• Support recruitment processes, as requested by the Therapy Team Lead.

Professionalism

• Takes action and raises concerns.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.
• Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.
• Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

• Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
• Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
• Promotes the health and safety of others.
• Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (Vantage), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.
• Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

• Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.
• Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.
• Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
• Remains organised and focused when under pressure.
• Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.
• Motivates self and other.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Formal and informal assessment of speech, language, communication, and ability to devise and carry out intervention plans
• Ability to meet the physical demands of providing intensive speech and language therapy
• Attention to detail
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance
• Commitment to working flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations, synthesising a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g., report; presentation
• Workload management including delegation of tasks and day-to-day teamwork
• Competent Microsoft IT skills in order to collect and interpret data, present reports, and compile presentations in a range of contexts
• Advanced verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex or potentially distressing information to parents/carers and managing conflict when appropriate
• Reflective practice skills able to give clear and effective feedback and support others to develop
• Develop and lead clinical audit within specialist clinical area

Desirable

• Competent in supporting junior staff in developing dysphagia skills
• UK Driving Licence

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.
• Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues.

Experience

Essential

• Willingness to engage in awareness level tracheostomy training and dysphagia competency training at Level C
• Experience in any one or a combination of the following -
• (Neuro rehabilitation; adults or paediatric, Children or adults with complex medical needs, Alternative Augmentative Communication)
• Worked within a multidisciplinary team
• Worked with children and families

Desirable

• Minimum of 18 months clinical experience post basic qualification
• Clinical experience of working with children, young people, or adults with feeding / swallowing issues
• Experience of service development and quality improvement

Qualifications

Essential

• RCSLT recognised degree or postgraduate degree diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Certified member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy
• Evidence of successful completion of relevant specialist courses
• Willing to participate in any relevant training identified to develop skills required to carry out duties including extended role activities
• Maintains a portfolio of CPD in line with regulatory body standards

Desirable

• Evidence of completing RCSLT dysphagia competencies Level A/B or working at Level C
• Demonstrated competency in dysphagia

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of oro-pharyngeal dysphagia assessment and range of interventions used for acquired and developmental rehabilitation
• Knowledge of current research, clinical audit, and service evaluation methods
• Clinical assessment and intervention skills relevant to children and/or adults people with neuro-disability.
• Clinical reasoning skills in predictable situations, analysing a variety of evidence and presenting this in a relevant format e.g., report; presentation
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and young people with complex disabilities
• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload
• Highly motivated and reliable

Desirable

• Knowledge of tracheostomy impact on speaking; secretions and swallowing; and knowledge of management of tracheostomy care and weaning
• Understanding of physical, communication, behavioural and emotional changes after acquired brain injury (ABI).

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

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We invite applications for a part-time Senior Radiographer - General/DEXA/CT/MRI at Ashtead Hospital (15 hours/week, with potential weekend shifts). Our busy department uses digital X-Ray, C-Arms, CT, MRI, DEXA, and Ultrasound.

Your role involves providing high-quality imaging services, ensuring patient dignity and privacy. You will also engage in quality control, ensuring accurate procedures and documentation.

Where you'll be based:

Ashtead Hospital, a leading private hospital in Surrey since 1984, is located on the A24 between Leatherhead and Epsom, just two miles from Junction 9 of the M25. It has a strong reputation for high-quality healthcare for self-pay, insured, and NHS patients, offering advanced medical technology and a range of treatments including diagnostic procedures and orthopaedic surgery.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in General Radiography and Theatre Fluoroscopy; DEXA and MRI/CT experience is a plus
• Degree or diploma in radiography
• HCPC registration
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Why join us?

At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are key to our success. We offer benefits to support your wellbeing and career development:

• Private Medical Cover
• Life Assurance x3 your salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible shifts and family-friendly policies
• Training via Ramsay Academy

Person Specification

Relevant Membership to Affiliated Body

Essential

• Clinical Registration

Desirable

• Clinical 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

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Address

Ashtead, United Kingdom

Ashtead

England

KT211AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out required vehicle and equipment checks.

Be prepared to work flexibly to ensure patients are moved in a timely, safe and dignified manner

Work within Contract Specific Quality Standards and ensure a high level of customer care (These standards vary from contract to contract and will be available at your base)

Ensure effective communication with the Control Centre, by telephone or electronic means

Transfer patients using equipment and skills specific to individual needs

Provide effective care to patients, appropriate to their requirements using available equipment.

Transport patients safely and considerately this will include pre-planned and ad-hoc journeys.

Ensure patients have a safe, smooth journey, complying with all relevant traffic legislation and driving with consideration for other road users.

Maintain full and accurate records and reports, including Patient Transport Records, Accident Reports, and Incident Reports etc. These may be both paper and electronic.

Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept in states of cleanliness and readiness.

Undertake required training to maintain acceptable standards and quality of care.

Maintain a current valid driving licence.

Adhere to corporate Instructions and Policies, Operational Instructions, Clinical Protocols, Quality Procedures and other verbal or written instructions.

Perform other tasks in keeping with the post as required by supervisory staff and managers

The above are the core duties and responsibilities. There may be other duties that are required for individual contracts. These will be explained at interview

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education with a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or the equivalent of) including numeracy and literacy OR successfully completed the NEPTS Apprenticeship including numeracy and literacy / NVQ 2 Care qualification including numeracy and literacy
• Must be willing to undergo training necessary to fulfil the duties of the post
• Ability to manage own studying/training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive Patient Care experience
• Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
• Lifting & Handling experience

Qualification Certificates

Essential

• Able to provide certificates to evidence all qualifications listed within the application form. PLEASE NOTE THAT PROVISIONAL STATEMENTS OF RESULTS OR NON-CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to take clinical responsibility when necessary
• Ability to undertake manual handling of patients/equipment as required
• Organisational skills
• Ability to conduct rapid risk assessments when required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Full (manual) UK driving licence showing no more than 3 penalty points

Desirable

• Please state in words which site(s) you wish to be considered for (Crewe, Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Macclesfield or Warrington)

Visa Status

Essential

• Must be able to work in the UK without the need for a Visa or Sponsorship

Desirable

• Please state in words the location(s) you would like to work from if successful (Warrington, Crewe, Macclesfield, Wirral or Ellesmere Port)

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warrington PTS