Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Degree/diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
• Member of HPC
• Member of RCSLT

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a community clinic
• Experience working within a mainstream school
• Some general administrative duties

Desirable

• Previous experience as a qualified SLT band 6 working in an NHS setting
• Evidence of developing an area of specialism

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
• Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Managerial /Supervisory Experience

Essential

• experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of devising and delivering training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole

Working in Poole

Poole

BH17 9DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Registered Nursing Associate with active NMC registration.

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree or equivalent approved qualification.

• Experience providing direct patient care in a health or social care setting.

• Ability torecognisedeterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Ability to work safely within the Nursing Associate scope of practice.

• Good communicationskills and the ability tomaintainaccurateclinical records.

• Ability to work flexibly across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays.

• Ability to travel independently between patient homes, carehomesand Trust sites.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity todemonstrateto us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility,equityand confidence for applicants.However,itsimportant that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should beevidencedwithin your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:StonewallProud Employer,Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have.Pleasedonthesitate to callCristeeGeorge on07812 512175or [email protected] delighted to help.

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Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
• Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of delivering personal care and a range of related procedures, some of which may be non-routine, using safe evidence-based techniques and maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• Demonstrable previous experience delivering delegated clinical care to patients or clients in a healthcare setting, for example blood pressure, venepuncture or urinalysis.
• Experience of working in a care role in an inpatient or community setting

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of care and related procedures gained through experience or short courses
• Proficient IT skills, with the ability to input, save and retrieve information using a range of systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and with patients where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between multiple Trust sites and non-Trust locations, including patient homes, some of which may not be easily accessible by public transport.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

UCR East, St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Able to use a tablet for ordering patient food and taking surveys
• Able to use cleaning equipment, some of which may be of an industrial quality
• Able to electronically order required cleaning stocks To ensure they are ready to be used as needed

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic Education - Reading and writing plus basic numeric skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for details of main responsibilities, alternatively see contact details.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Management /Supervisory experience.
• Skills in managing and prioritising own workload.
• Excellent keyboard skills with substantial experience of using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Clerical experience within an office environment.
• Working knowledge of Choose & Book, LE2.2, ERS and other IT systems

Desirable

• Understanding of RTT targets and pathways
• Knowledge of clinics and waiting lists

Qualifications

Essential

• ECDL or equivalent skills
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 and above or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Team leading /ILM qualification
• Educated to Degree level or equivalent knowledge.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by verbal and written means
• Ability to use MS office packages including Word, Excel and teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues

Desirable

• keen to learn new skills
• Competent and confident to work autonomously and under supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bolton Hospital

Minerva Road

Farnworth

BL4 0JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient and effective booking service and associated function to all patients accessing services provided by the Trust.

• Helping to ensure that there are robust systems in place that assist the service user and other staff to provide safe and effective services
• Helping to ensure that all teams work to agreed standards across the specialty, providing a first class service and appropriate management of referrals, waiting lists, appointing and data recording takes place to meet local and national targets, income generation and compliance with Trust standards and policy.
• Will have a full understanding of booking processes, and ensure standards are implemented, adhered to, maintained and approved to ensure patients are appointed and their pathway is managed appropriately.
• Liaising with patients / carers to agree all appointments / attendances, cancellations and re-booking. Manage non-attendance in line with the Trusts Access Policy.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education standards, including English GCSE or equivalent (Grade C or above)
• ECDL or equivalent skills

Desirable

• Administration/Customer Service Qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in an administrative environment
• Customer Service Skills
• Information Governance Training
• Has a working knowledge of LE2.2

Desirable

• Experience in a busy hospital / NHS setting

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and cope with a busy workload
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets
• Able to work as part of a team and alone, using own initiative
• Ability to work to standards and with a good level of attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills/ability

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Access, Booking & Choice

Minerva Road

Bolton

BL4 0JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifcation

Essential

• RN registered

Desirable

• Immunisation qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Upto date with current nursing guidance and new advances in general nursing
• Evidence of continuing professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in the NHS
• Significant Post registration experience

Desirable

• Experience of working on OH
• venepuncture competence
• Health promotion
• Training and presentations

skills and abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates new service development, inspiring & leading others, positive attitude
• Evidence of undertaking audits
• Shows commitment, organisational, planning & prioritisation skills
• Evidence of proficiency in computer skills.
• Demonstrates clear & effective communication & interpersonal skills

work related criteria

Essential

• Team player
• Self reliant but knows own limits
• Self motivated & organised ability to work independently
• Adaptable to different people, situations and environments

Desirable

• Use of transport to attend off-site clinics

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Poplar grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Dormy House, Ridgemount Road, Sunningdale, Berkshire, SL5 9RL
• 88 Bedded Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

Registered Nurse NMC Pin Required Bank £25ph

What will Care UK Offer you?

Long Service Awards Employee Discount Scheme Blue Light Discount Card Plenty of opportunities to develop your career And much more!

As a caring Registered Nurse at Care UK, you will lead an amazing care team that promote independence and dignity, enriching the lives of those individuals in your care.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Pin Required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Brook House Care Home, Towcester, Northampton, NN12 6HR
• 53 Bedded Residential and Dementia Care Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Kitchen Assistant
• 38hrs per week
• Shift Times - 8am-6pm (including working every other weekend)
• £12.71ph

What will Care UK Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No specific qualifications are listed.

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Towcester

NN12 6HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

To provide effective clinical and holistic individualised family centred care to the patients and families during their out-patient appointment, ensuring delivery is to the highest standard. Maintaining evidenced based practice is performed at all times, being responsible for updating own knowledge and skills in line with the Trust polices, multidisciplinary team and the NMC Code. Developing leadership skills, actively participating in service development.

Main duties of the job

Carry out all relevant forms of nursing care and patient management for children aged from birth to 16 years (this may be extended for children with chronic/complex conditions)

Participate in the supervision and teaching of new members of staff including nursing students and paramedics

• Provide and maintain high standard of clinical effective nursing cares at all times
• To provide and maintain specific clinical skills, allergy testing, diabetes control testing, EpiPen training, recording observations if required. Therefore, assisting in the provision of a safe, efficient service.
• Venepuncture for the under 1’s Phlebotomy clinic carried out weekly on Fridays.
• Reporting and recording accidents and untoward incidents according to Trust Policy and Guidelines
• Responsible to provide family centred care in the setting, considering the patients individual medical, emotional, social and psychological need

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Identifies own learning needs and receives appropriate supervision in line with trust policy.
• To act as an advocate for the child and family representing best interest of the child, young person in partnership with parents/carers.
• To participate in staff appraisal, staff development and in-service training activities.
• To ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out.
• Able to independently teach, support and encourage children and young people to participate in meeting their own care needs.
• Practice high standards of professional conduct in line with the trust policy and the NMC Code.
• Working in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, supporting children and young people who are admitted for a planned procedure and treatments.
• To ensure that documentation is complete and up to date in line with NMC and Trust guidelines.
• Ensures patient confidentiality at all times in line with trust guidelines and NMC Code
• Able to access with appropriate training, the trusts software packages required for the trust.
• Maintaining nursing records to the trust standards of record keeping and record keeping NMC

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN CHILD

Desirable

• Mentorship

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of providing nursing care for children within an acute Paediatric Out-patient department/ward
• Working with children/young people and families, within a multicultural environment
• Experience or knowledge of safeguarding children
• Knowledge of evidenced based practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Task Areas and Responsibilities:

The successful post holder will;

Clinical and Client Care

Be supervised and supported to assess and deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties through guided self-help.

Have skills in supporting children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

Demonstrate evidence-based skills under supervisory support of working in partnership with children, young people, their families and educators in the development of plans for the specific intervention and agreeing outcomes.

Demonstrate the skills required in order to enable children and young people in education, and where appropriate parents/carers to collaborate and co-produce their own agreed plan of care.

Show evidence in a variety of forms that at all times assessment and intervention is provided from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity.

Discuss with supervisors and agree to accept appropriate referrals for children and young people in educational settings, according to agreed local and national and local referral routes, processes and procedures.

Under supervision, show accurate assessments of risk to client self and others.

Where risk is identified to implement appropriate procedures to maintain safety.

Learn, understand, rationalise and adhere to the protocols within the educational service to which the post holder is attached.

Engage along with more senior staff in the signposting of referrals for children and young people with more complex needs to the relevant service.

Engage in robust managerial and clinical supervision, identifying the scope of practice of the individual post-holder within the role, and working safely within that scope.

Practice a range of interventions related to provision of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments.

Practice, evidence, reflect on and demonstrate an ability to manage ones own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team.

Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate, both for personal educational benefit in discussion with supervisors, or to provide direct assistance.

Keep coherent records of all training and clinical activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making.

Complete all requirements relating to data collection.

Show evidence of working within a collaborative approach, involving a range of relevant others when indicated. Specifically, work in collaboration with teachers and other educational staff, parents, children, young people and the wider community to enhance and broaden access to mental health services.

Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials and go on to develop further such materials as falls within own degree of competence.

Develop and maintain an up to date awareness of the entire Mind in West Essex offer.

Supervision & Training

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

Respond to and evidence the implementation of improved practice following supervisor feedback.

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

Disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and supervisory discussions.

Attend additional training relevant to the post, either online or in-person.

Professional

Ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice according to Mind in West Essex and the educational settings. Ensure appropriate adherence to any new recommendations or guidelines set by the relevant departments.

Ensure that confidentiality is always protected.

Ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the post-holder comes into contact with during their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest.

Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with supervisor and senior colleagues on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.

Be aware of the outcomes required of the Mental Health Support Team and work towards these.

Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.

Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

Attend relevant educational opportunities in line with identified professional objectives.

General:

To understand, promote, keep up to date and comply with all policies and procedures and guidelines of the organisation (in particular Safeguarding and Data Protection).

To undertake any other tasks, duties or projects which may arise from time to time and as directed by your line manager.

Person Specification

General Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Registered with the BABCP/BPS or be eligible for registration.
• No criminal record that prevents work with our client group or which would harm our reputation.
• Valid UK driving licence and/or access to transport across West Essex
• Note: on occasions travel may be to more than one venue in a day.
• Evidence of the ability to work calmly and remain resilient whilst under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to inspire and organise people
• Understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing mental health problems
• The ability to use a range of office based software packages and IT systems
• The ability to work with/support other Mind in West Essex staff as requested.

Qualifications

Essential

• PG Dip Educational Mental Health Practitioner.

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

Mind in West Essex

Address

Mind Sanctuary

Prentice Place, Potter Street

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Employee Relations Lead, you will provide expert advice and support on a wide range of employee relations matters while overseeing the day-to-day management of the Employee Relations Team.

You will:

• Lead and support the management of complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, attendance, capability and performance matters.
• Provide expert advice to managers on employment legislation, NHS policy and best practice.
• Support the management of MHPS cases and complex medical workforce employee relations issues.
• Develop management capability through training, coaching and early intervention approaches.
• Build effective relationships with Trade Union representatives and key stakeholders.
• Lead service improvement initiatives and support the development of employee relations policies, procedures and guidance.
• Manage and develop the Employee Relations Team, ensuring the delivery of a consistent and high-quality service.

We are looking for a highly skilled Employee Relations professional who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a senior employee relations or HR advisory role.
• Experience managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience providing employee relations advice within the NHS or wider public sector.
• Experience of MHPS and medical workforce employee relations matters.
• Experience managing and developing staff.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law, workforce policy and employee relations best practice.
• Strong influencing, coaching and stakeholder management skills.

For an information discussion contact Anuja Gupta, Employee Relations Lead via [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a masters degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Continuing professional development, taking ownership and accountability for staying up to date / professionally registered with the CIPD

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate recent experience in a senior ER operational management role (employment relations/caseload)
• Recent experience of advising and on complex ER related matters in line with policy and legislation
• Up-to-date experience of providing employment relations advice and services in the NHS or public sector at a senior level
• Previous experience of MHPS
• Experience of creating and delivering training interventions.
• Experience of being a subject matter expert in all ER related matters
• Experience managing staff

Desirable

• Able to evidence project management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, you will assess and examine patients, initiate and interpret investigations and recommend appropriate management as well as present patients and plans to the team when appropriate. Under Consultant supervision, you will participate in ward rounds, medical triage, and clinics to assess and plan management for patients. You will work with and support other healthcare professionals within the acute medical team.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Dr. Farheen Raza

[email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies (Accredited UK)
• Basic Life Support
• Current and valid certification or re-certification of the National Certifying Examinations for Physicians Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
• Experience working as a Physician Associate in hospital or community setting
• Registered on the Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Body
• Passed and completed 1 year post graduate preceptorship

Desirable

• Advanced Life support course certification e.g. ILS, ALS or P

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Post Grad Diploma in PA
• Experience of working as a PA in hospital or community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

BLackburn

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this role, including the main duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification located under theSupporting Documentssection.

Further information about the District Nursing Service can be found on our Trust website atwww.elht.nhs.uk.

You can also learn more by watching the videos available at the following link:https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse i.e. RN Adult branch
• Community Specialist Practitioner Qualification or willingness to work towards this

Desirable

• Non-medical prescriber V100/V150/V300
• Leadership training
• Level 6 study to support service delivery and development
• Mentorship or Coaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial district nursing experience
• Experience in holistic assessment of complex patients and care coordination
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

Desirable

• Experience of caseload management and work allocation
• Experience of service development/supporting change in practice

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to use information technology effectively
• Ability to develop effective working relations with other agencies and professionals
• Ability to manage own and others workload and delegate effectively

Other

Essential

• Car driver with full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work and insured for business purposes

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

ELHT Footprint

ELHT Footprint

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The NSFT Quality Team is committed to developing a robust, organisation-wide approach to total quality management, focused on improving service user experience.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development of innovative and effective systems that support the delivery of high-quality care

• Drive the quality assurance and quality control agenda across all services

• Monitor performance and hold Localities and services accountable for maintaining high-quality standards

• Ensure that performance challenges are addressed proactively to safeguard quality, safety, and patient experience

You will work closely with the Directors for Safer Care and Quality to support delivery of Trust objectives, particularly where performance impacts on care quality and outcomes.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Mental Health.
• Educated to Master's Degree or equivalent.
• Leadership training. Or equivalent experience of leading a project team.

Desirable

• Quality Improvement Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing systems of assurance
• Experience providing training and practice facilitation
• Translating national policy / evidence into practice

Skills

Essential

• Analytical accurate report writing.

Knowledge

Essential

• Total Quality Management systems and approaches

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel.

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role-specific responsibilities

Provide bespoke interventions for identified service users, with the aim of engaging people in the most appropriate service for their needs, reducing re-presentations and bringing about positive client outcomes.

Support the development of joint working protocols with mental health services and substance misuse services (including Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs), Improving Access to Psychological Therapies services).

Review service users presenting to services and undertake specialist mental health assessments as required.

Identify the training and support needs of colleagues working with this group of service users and deliver training or provide support as appropriate.

Identify any gaps in dual diagnosis provision and provide examples of good practice to inform future pathway and service design.

Improve communication and referral pathways between substance misuse and mental health teams and other services involved in the care and treatment of people with dual diagnosis.

Provide a case management role for identified dual diagnosis service users as appropriate.

Clinical Practice

Undertake physical and mental health assessments for people who access our services when indicated by clinical need and ensure appropriate sign posting/referral to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues.

Undertake assessments for all alcohol individuals who use our services as indicated in the Change Grow Live Alcohol Policy and Procedure, using the outcome to determine safe detoxification as required.

Assist in the titration process for opioid individuals who use our services as required by service need to ensure the service user achieves an optimum dose of opioid substitution therapy (OST). This process is supported by good communication to other team members, including community pharmacists.

Provide education, health promotion and screening for blood borne viruses (BBV). Provide Hepatitis A and or B vaccinations when indicated.

Work within and consolidate integrated care and treatment pathways for individuals who are identified as being infected with BBVs (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and/or HIV).

Undertake community alcohol detoxification either at the service or at the service users home.

Support opioid detoxification in the community.

Undertake phlebotomy, as required, ensuring adherence to identified pathways for blood sample labelling, collection, obtaining results and signposting.

Use blood results to support the assessment of the current health status of individuals who use our services, the need for specialist medical referral and the suitability for community detoxification.

Where indicated, refer for specialist inpatient services (including detoxification) and liaise with hospital and inpatient unit staff.

Contribute to Change Grow Lives Naloxone Strategy by training staff and individuals who use our services in the use of naloxone. Ensuring naloxone is distributed to individuals who use our services at every opportunity.

Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to individuals who use our services. Organise signposting to other services as required and ensure clear pathways into other treatment arenas as appropriate.

Have a demonstrable ability to manage emergency situations by being proficient in basic life support, defibrillation and managing a medical emergency e.g., anaphylaxis and overdose until the ambulance arrives.

Understand and adhere to the legislation surrounding the use of patient group directions (PGDs).

Utilise psychosocial intervention in both one-to-one and group settings to promote engagement in treatment services and ownership of recovery planning.

Person Specification

Experience of working in substance misuse and/or mental health settings.

Experience of working with people with co-morbid mental health and substance misuse problems.

Experience of managing a caseload of clients with complex needs.

Knowledge of and skills in appropriate therapeutic interventions for working with people with dual diagnosis.

Knowledge of current mental health, substance misuse and dual diagnosis policy, guidance, and legislation.

Qualification in Mental Health Treatment. Relevant registered qualification in Mental Health.

Communication

Develop therapeutic alliances with individuals who use our services and develop effective partnerships with them to support their individual recovery journeys, offering health promotion and harm reduction advice.

Ensure that there is good communication of treatments offered, treatment progress and outcome of any investigations to other healthcare agencies, including GPs.

Maintain a current knowledge of appropriate interventions. Ensure that all revalidation requirements are being met and communicated to line manager.

Develop and provide health education, regarding problematic alcohol and drug use and alcohol and drug detoxification.

Attend meetings appropriate to the development and maintenance of the role in agreement with and under the direction of the Lead/Cluster Lead Nurse.

Delivering a Quality Service

The post-holder will contribute to the service to ensure that people who use substances consistently receive high quality services that adhere to the best practice guidelines and to the highest professional standards.

Ensure that procedures are constantly reviewed to promote best practice and evidenced based practice in accordance with UK Guidelines on Clinical Management, NICE guidance, and Change Grow Live clinical protocols and procedures.

Leadership

Provide clinical leadership within the service, including providing support, coaching, and teaching to staff working at the service around harm reduction including BBVS and health promotion.

Dependent on service structure will provide line management/supervision to named health care assistants, student nurse placements and or volunteers working with the nursing team.

Team Working

To take part in assessing the suitability for transfer of clients to shared care services within the community.

To work with others to ensure individuals who use our services have timely access to safe and effective prescribing for community detoxification from substances, across operational sites.

Contribute to the overall performance of the service to ensure that contractual output targets are achieved.

Working with colleagues in the service to design and deliver a community opioid and alcohol detoxification plan utilising a care co-ordinated approach to service user care.

Risk Management

Provide harm reduction advice to injecting individuals who use our services, providing information and equipment and ensure all equipment is disposed of safely.

Undertake risk assessments and contribute to risk management plans for individuals who use our services engaged in the service.

Utilise appropriate prevention techniques to reduce substance misuse related harm and to aid in the prevention of multiple physical harms caused by drugs and alcohol.

Managing Information

Record and input client data and information in order that the service operates within contractual, administrative, and financial requirements.

Ensure that all data requirements in relation to individuals who use our services are met within defined deadlines.

The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of Change Grow Live.

Staff will need to work flexibly across operational sites as required and to work flexibly within an agreed number of hours to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision.

This role may involve evening, weekend, and bank holiday working.

The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of CGL.

You'll be based at one of our West Sussex delivery hubs, with the flexibility to work across all service locations to meet the needs of the people and communities we support. Regular travel across West Sussex is an essential part of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registered nurse and with a current PIN.

Desirable

• Trained in phlebotomy.
• Qualification in substance misuse.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in substance misuse and/or mental health setting.
• Experience of working with people with co-morbid mental health and substance misuse problems.
• Experience of managing a caseload of clients with complex needs.
• Knowledge of and skills in appropriate therapeutic interventions for working with people with dual diagnosis.
• Knowledge of current mental health, substance misuse and dual diagnosis policy, guidance, and legislation.
• Qualification in Mental Health Treatment.
• Relevant registered qualification in Mental Health.

Desirable

• Relevant recent experience of working within drug and alcohol treatment.
• Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.
• Knowledge of the issues facing substance misusers including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues.
• Experience of contributing to project development.
• Knowledge of local services and geography.
• Motivational interviewing techniques.
• Clinical auditing skills to inform evaluation of the service and identify areas for development.

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

Change Grow Live

Address

Change Grow Live

Richmond House

Richmond Road

Brighton

East Sussex

BN2 3RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work, including the management of patients in your care. Ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management.
2. Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition
3. Formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, and other alternative options.
4. Take delegated responsibility from the Band 7 physiotherapist for managing patients with particular conditions and be responsible for providing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment plans for patients with these conditions.
5. Be responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources available.
6. Be responsible for equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties, and adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others through, teaching, training and supervision of practice.
7. Evaluate patient progress, reassess, and alter treatment programmes if required.
8. Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload.
9. Work within Trust clinical guidelines and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
10. Be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
11. Supervise junior physiotherapists and assistants record keeping system according to professional and the physiotherapy service standards.
12. Communicate complex clinical information effectively with patients and carers to obtain assessment and cooperation to maximize rehabilitation potential and to facilitate understanding of condition.
13. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation, in line with legal and departmental requirements, and communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines.
14. Assess capacity, gain informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
15. Undertake regular measurement and evaluation of your area of clinical work and current practices through the use of audit and other measures, individually and with colleagues. Ensure that clinical outcomes and patient feedback are included in your audit plans.
16. Full details in attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good written and spoken English
• Diploma/Degree level in Physiotherapy
• Health and Care Professionals Council Registration
• Access to own transport for work purposes

Desirable

• Membership of the Charted Society of Physiotherapy
• Clinical Educators course
• Appropriate post graduate clinical courses linked to speciality

Experience

Essential

• Experience in core rotations e.g. medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, neurology
• Experience and evidence of knowledge of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience of MDT working
• Contributed to clinical development of less experienced staff or students or assistants
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to keep accurate and comprehensive records in line national standards and local policy
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Awareness of developments in NHS and service delivery
• Demonstrates IT literacy to an appropriate level
• Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
• NHS MSK experience

Desirable

• Involvement in special interest group
• Completion of clinical educators course
• Evidence of participation in service developments

Disposition

Essential

• Demonstrate a problem solving approach
• Personally and professionally responsible
• Ability to self-motivate
• Able to work as a team member
• Flexible approach to changing circumstances

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

ELHT Wide

Blackburn

BB2 1AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Perform comprehensive pain assessment of patients, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity with patients who have pain management difficulties.

Where the post holder is an independent prescriber, will prescribe medications within their scope of practice and competency for patients in their care, following assessment of need and in line with locally agreed guidelines and formularies

Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records.

Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to pain management plans and on-going care needs.

Work autonomously on a regular basis and manage own case load of patients.

Participate in clinical nursing duties and deputise for the Clinical Nurse Specialist in her absence.

Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

Deputise for the Clinical Nurse Specialist in the management and organisation of the department.

Support the Clinical Nurse Specialist to maximise best use of clinical resources, in implementing best practice and taking responsibility for initiating improvements.

Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.

Participate in patient programmes including self- management and pain management programmes

Participate and assist in out -patient treatments, to include providing TENS machines, External Neuromodulation and invasive pain treatments. Provide support and advise to patients regarding these treatments

COMMUNICATION Involve patients and carers/relatives in the planning and delivery of pain management plans and act as a resource and a point of contact for this group of patients.

Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives.

Maintain accurate records of pain management plans and treatments/care given.

Ensure appropriate information is given to the patients and/or relatives regarding the continuing plan of care and treatments ordered and assess the impact of such plans.

Responsible for promoting and development of open communication networks and collaboration with colleagues, other professionals and agencies working across several disciplines.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Responsible for pursuing own professional development and undertaking appropriate clinical practice skills as appropriate whilst having an awareness of the requirements.

Participate in induction programmes for new members of staff within the chronic pain unit.

Expected to provide mentorship and perceptorship for newly appointed staff and junior staff.

To establish and maintain a regional and national network of contacts.

To keep up to date with annual mandatory training.

To discuss annually present performance and future developments with the CNS through a formal appraisal.

Act as a resource for other hospital and community staff providing advice, nursing expertise and specialist knowledge as required.

Attend study days relevant to pain management.

RESEARCH & AUDIT

To ensure practice is evidence based

To promote and disseminate research and audit findings

To carry out audit and evaluation in order to monitor the effectiveness of current practices and to improve health outcomes

To participate in on going national and local research and audit projects

Publish and present own research findings or developments in care locally, nationally and internationally as appropriate

To demonstrate continual evaluation of practice and contribution to patient care/outcomes within the defined specialist nursing area, making agreed changes where appropriate

Person Specification

Essential/Desirable

Essential

• Significant demonstrable post registration experience in Pain management
• Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others
• Ability to analyse and evaluate information
• Registered Nurse
• Mentorship certificate or recognised teaching qualification
• Post registration experience working at band 6 or senior band 5
• sound clinical decision making
• Information technology experience

Desirable

• Clinical Examination/Clinical Diagnostic qualification
• Experience in leading a team
• non medical prescribing qualification
• involvement in specialist interest group
• experience of guideline and protocol development

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound clinical decision making skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Knowledge of research/evaluation of practice
• Understanding of clinical governance issues
• Ability to develop nursing skills in the speciality

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Across East Lancashire Sites

Burnley General Hospital

Casterton Avenue

BB10 2PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key working relationships

Head of Operational Estates and Technical Services

Head of Facilities

PFI Team

Capital Finance Team

IPC team

Fire Safety Team

Health and Safety Team

Clinical and Operational teams

Role:

The Post holder will be part of the Capital Planning Team and be integral to ensuring the delivery of the Trust Wide Capital Programme.

Responsible for successfully delivering Capital Projects to time, quality and cost.

The post-holder will :

Be responsible for the delivery of a portfolio projects ranging in size and complexity, using defined industry standard Project Management methodologies and best practice

Scope and specify projects including preparation and drafting of Project Initiation Documents, programmes and cashflow

Plan and manage project resources, including virtual teams in a matrix environment

Monitor projects against scope, programme, cost and quality and manage changes in line with change control methodology and Trust Project Processes.

The post holder needs to have excellent communication, organisational and project delivery skills, to work as part of a dynamic team

Key Duties

Due to the nature of the post, the post holder will be on occasions required as necessary to work at weekends and in the evenings.

Communications and Relationships

Advise stakeholders on the options available to meet a project brief and demonstrate best practice and value for money. This may involve highly complex, sensitive or contentious information whereby the Project Manager will be tasked with obtaining agreement or cooperation for Project solutions that may be different form the original Client Brief

Articulate the users requirement into language suitable for construction professionals.

Act as arbiter between the various stakeholders in order to manage expectations and achieve the most beneficial outcome.

Act as a point of contact for Trust staff, consultants, contractors and representatives of other bodies

Ensure early engagement with Trust representatives-

o Infection Prevention and Control

o Fire Safety

o Health and Safety

o Digital

o Facilities

Manage contractors and/or representatives of user departments to ensure the compliance with the Control of Contractors policy and help to ensure that disruption to services in those departments is kept to a minimum.

Produce reports including programme/budget summaries with risks and escalations to Project Boards

Prepare bids for internal Capital Funding requests

Prepare requests for PFI management and delivery of projects

Engage where necessary, the aid of external consultants for professional guidance and the design of schemes

Analytical and Judgement

Responsible for providing information and recommendations to the Capital Programme Manager as part of Capital Programme planning and the Estates five-year plan.

Monitor all areas of performance including design, technical information, compliance, programming and site management

Provide specialist knowledge across a range of works and building knowledge including all relevant construction related legislation, Health Building Notes and Technical Memorandum

In the event of an external contractor or professional consultant not performing the Project Manager will be responsible for following the procedures and processes to minimise the impact and risk to the project programme, finances and the Trust

Planning and Organisation

Consider, assess and manage each project according to scope, programme, budget, cashflow and quality.

Actively manage a project from inception through to completion including:

o Production of the brief

o Feasibility studies

o Input into business case / options appraisals

o Financial planning / cost estimates

o Procurement

o Production of project programme.

o Assistance with the relocation process

Develop the programme of works ensuring minimal impact on patient care and operational activity

Manage the transfer of services ensuring that all medical, paramedical, ancillary and FM contractors integrate smoothly and fully to ensure patient, visitor and staff safety and to minimise the impact on clinical activity

Liaisewith Operational Estates Team concerning scheduling and the use of direct labour on schemes and for the specification of engineering plant.

Responsible for the development and management of the commissioning and handover process, ensuring all stakeholders are involved in handover, sign off and any relevant systems training

Identify the APs who will be responsible for any ongoing repair and maintenance and ensure early engagement

Policy and Service development/ implementation

Responsible for following departmental processes and procedures

Implement Trust policies and standards relating to construction, procurement methods and performance.

Ensuring full compliance to statutory regulations inclusive of HTMs, HBNs, CDM and BSA

To partake in regular continued Professional Development training as necessary to the role.

Support the development of a programme of energy conservation, sustainability measures and green policies to meet government and NHS targets.

Responsibilities for Finance and Physical resources

Ensure that schemes are brought in on time and on budget and that any risks to this are escalated to Capital Programme Manager and the Project Board

Compliance with Trust financial procedures and Standing Financial Instructions.

Responsibility for Project Budgets and communicating changes to budgets/ cashflow to the Capital Finance Team with options for mitigation

With the Capital Programme Manager, develop procurement strategies for each project

Ensure all procurement process are managed in line with Procurement Regulations and Trust SFIs

Produce all Contract Award Governance documentation and manage the approval process

To appoint, manage and be responsible for external professional consultants and contractors within an authorised budget as a Budget Holder within agreed limits

Responsible for generation of Purchase Orders (PO) for services

Managing regular contractor and professional consultant performance reviews

Responsible for co-ordinating the commissioning team activities, ensuring all relevant operational managers are involved in the commissioning process and have ownership of its objectives.

Motivate, develop, direct and support in-house labour, external consultants and contractors

Directly responsible for and manage teams of external professional consultants as required for each project.

Review at regular intervals to ensure that statutory updates are incorporated into policies and procedures

Information resources

Produce regular progress minute meetings and reports including the production of initial scheme programme report to inform clients of progress etc.

Scrutinise and quality control all documentation including development drawings and specifications issued to the Trust by external professionals.

Quality Assess and ensure that the technical manuals and operational policies for the new building are complete, compliant and formally handed over to operational management.

Responsible for the production of design and tender documentation relating to all projects within the Project Managers portfolio of Capital Projects.

Production of a full suite of project documentation for all projects

Ensure building and hospital site plans are updated following project work, in both hard copy and computer (CAD) files with the Estates Information Manager.

Support requests from auditors for information at end of financial year

Quality

Monitor the performance and information provided by external professional consultants and building contractors against relevant legislation, contracts, Health and Safety, project delivery, compliance issues and report back to the Capital Programme Manager Divisional Leads and Procurement as and when necessary.

Set up Capital Project boards in order liaise with clients and prepare design briefs to ensure quality and best value procedures for managing the schemes.

Set up and manage Project Workstreams and ensure accurate reporting back to Project Boards

Record any derogations from Statutory and Non statutory Guidance and Regulations and to communicate and advise on these derogations with Clinical Leads, Divisional Leads and the necessary Trust Boards.

Physical effort

Support full site and building surveys

Conduct site visits during the works in line with Health and Safety requirements, to provide assurance of progress, monitoring of adherence to policy/procedures and regulations and resolve issues

Regular travel across all 3 Trust Sites

Mental/ Emotional Effort

Manage multiple deadlines and meet all pre-established timeframes.

Responsible for managing differing opinions within stakeholder groups to ensure a consensus is reached

Responsible for managing external contractor and professional consultant grievances in line with Estates procedures and processes and the relevant governing institution (i.e. RICS, RIBA, CIOB, etc)

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Prioritisation: able to manage work of self and others to accommodate competing priorities and meet demands
• Proactive, positive and collaborative approach to working with multiple teams
• Ability to remain calm and professionally manage situations when dealing with competing challenging opinions
• In possession of a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between all 3 Trust Sites

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of successful delivery of projects to required scope, time, quality and cost
• Experience of working in Capital Project management
• Experience of managing projects in challenging complex environment
• Demonstrable skill in MS Office, especially Word, Excel and Teams
• Experience in managing both construction contractors and external support consultants such as Contract Administrators
• Evidence of ability to manage project budgets and cashflow

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS acute sector
• Experienced in facilitating workshops, meetings and engagement sessions with multiple stakeholders
• Experience of working constructively with NHS clinical/operational and management teams
• Experience of using NHS information, benchmarking data and hospital information systems

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Proven knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work
• Demonstrable skills in Project Management processes, including change control methodology
• Presentation: being articulate and skilled in presenting complex ideas and proposals to a diverse audience with a range of understanding of capital projects.
• Able to produce highlight reports with clear escalations with mitigation.
• Skilled in the production of Project Documentation such as programmes and risk logs
• Understanding of CDM and Building Safety Act regulations and your role in them

Desirable

• Detailed understanding of NHS Trust regulatory requirements and performance expectations
• Knowledge of construction procurement methods
• Understanding of HTMs/ HBNs

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in building services/ construction project management
• Project Management Qualification, such as PRINCE2, or APM
• Or-Apprenticeship in Project Management level 4

Desirable

• IOSH- Managing Safely

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team, using professional judgement and assuming responsibility and accountability, when undertaking the day-to-day co-ordination and delivery of the Groups Flu Immunisations Programme.

The post holder will deliver vaccinations alongside supporting the Trusts flu champions, to ensure that a safe, effective and high-quality service is provided to all staff.

Work to appropriate Trust policies, guidelines, SOPS and Patient Group Immunisations Directives (PGD) and Written Instructions.

Work to set up vaccination timetables across the group including community settings, allocating staff as required.

To liaise with all group collaboratives; ensuring that areas of low vaccine uptake are targeted and that all staff have equal access.

Use excellent communication and negotiation skills to promote the vaccine and allay any staff worries.

Manage and escalate as appropriate day to day concerns including vaccine supply issues, any staffing, IPC, or safety concerns.

To record the number of vaccines delivered and provide feedback to management.

To show help coordinating the operational and governance when delivering the Trusts Flu Immunisations programme.

Acts to maintain personal safety and security and that of others.

Support the full implementation of all trust policies in the management and delivery of safe immunisation.

Identifies potential and actual risks using the trust incident reporting system in line with trust policy and in line with their professional accountability.

Identifies any risk and raises concerns appropriately on issues of safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable adults.

Takes appropriate action to manage emergency situations summoning appropriate assistance where necessary.

Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct

Identify unsafe practice and respond appropriately to ensure a safe outcome.

Always act in such a manner that promotes the positive image of the clinical area and the Trust.

Demonstrate the efficient and effective use of resources in the delivery of care.

Supports and participates in the overall development of clinical practice in response to clinical needs.

Identify areas for improvement, passing on constructive views in how to improve services and experiences for staff

Recognise the importance of the role of clinical audit in developing practice.

Demonstrate the ability to use Information Technology to support practice.

Participate in the ward /clinical area clinical audit programme.

Involves staff in the planning of their immunisation, ensuring appropriate consent and agreement is gained.

Considers and interprets all available information and makes justifiable assessment of the individuals health and wellbeing, related needs and risks explaining the possible outcomes to those concerned.

Uses the trust risk assessment tools for aspects of care to inform decisions and communicate with other members of the team.

Develops and records care plans that are appropriate to the patient based on their assessment of the patient.

Acts as patients advocate respecting patients dignity wishes and beliefs involving them in decision making regarding their care/ treatment.

Ensures that nursing care is delivered to the highest standard in line with the essence of care and the trusts fundamental values and behaviours for nursing and midwifery.

Ensures that nursing care is delivered with compassion.

Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with the NMC professional guidelines and trust policy.

Liaises with allied health professionals and other agencies to ensure that care is delivered in a timely and organised way.

Acts within own level of competency to undertake specific interventions and treatments seeking advice, supervision, and training where appropriate.

Monitors the response and reaction to vaccines given making clear decisions and taking appropriate action.

Provides feedback to the clinician responsible on the overall effectiveness of treatment/care.

Responds to records and reports any adverse events or incidents relating to the treatment with an appropriate degree of urgency.

Acts to always ensure staff safety.

Working within the limits of own competency to always ensure the delivery of high-quality care by self and others

Manage own workload effectively, prioritising and using time management skills to ensure information is timely and accurate.

Communicates and supports all staff in understanding and consenting to immunisation. Identifying potentially difficult and challenging situations and seeking appropriate and timely advice as required.

Liaises and communicates effectively with a range of people on a range of matters within the multidisciplinary team. Effectively using different methods of communication to support the delivery of care.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Knowledge of workplace immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national guidance Certificates
• Clinical skills with IM injections
• Broad range of general nursing experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Group

Hardwick Road

Stockton/Middlesbrough

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full job description , profile supplement and person specification attached to this vacancy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE at grade 4 or above in English Language, or Key Skills at level 2 in Literacy (or equivalent)
• GCSE at grade 4 or above in Mathematics, or Key Skills at level 2 in numeracy (or equivalent)
• oNVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a related subject

Desirable

• oFull UK manual driving licence
• oBereavement Support training (CRUSE or SANDS)

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of legal requirements and Trust Policies in relation to bereavement services.

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of computer systems and databases.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Practical Bereavement Support
• Experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• Experience of practical issues relating to bereavement support within the NHS setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBLITIES

To ensure implementation of the services Health Equity Action Plan in collaboration with senior leadership team of LMWS.

To support, motivate, develop and coach staff who have a focus of Health Equity within their role across the service.

To ensure the service has robust arrangements in place to capture, analyse and act on equality monitoring data to inform service improvements and employment best practice.

To produce monthly dashboard reports and quarterly impact reports on equality monitoring and workforce data, suggestions recommendations and lessons learnt.

To write and present annual diversity audit reports covering workforce and service delivery.

Where needed, Chair and support working/sub/task & finish groups as directed by the leadership team.

To work closely with the Head of Health Equity, service managers and their teams to ensure consistency of approach and be one point of contact for expert advice including the delivery of briefing sessions.

To draft relevant policies, procedures and support the development of strategies as directed by the LMWS leadership team.

To draft and present performance reports to the leadership team on work related to health equity.

To work in partnership with HR and Strategic Delivery/Operational Delivery colleagues to inform and support inclusive staff recruitment, retention and development strategies.

To deliver and facilitate learning and training sessions as directed by the LMWS Leadership team.

To deliver induction seminars to the LMWS workforce outlining the Health Equity within LMWS.

To lead on specified projects/development work as directed by the LMWS leadership team and have knowledge and understanding of other health equity projects.

To support the service to facilitate service user consultation and involvement activities with support from the coproduction team.

To develop links, relationships and alliances with organisations in the city representing protected characteristic groups and diverse communities.

To represent the service on local, regional and national equality/diversity/health equity networks/forums.

To keep up to date and share knowledge around current legislative, public policy and best practice advice and guidance on equality, diversity and inclusion matters.

To share best practice and learning with the LMWS senior leadership team e.g. case studies.

MANAGING STAFF

To provide operational day to day management support to staff, assisting them to develop and fulfil the needs of their roles.

To support and participate in the recruitment, selection and induction of Touchstone employees as appropriate.

SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion and to apply this knowledge to the needs of the LMWS service.

To support development of a cohesive service team that meets the needs of theLMWS service and its partners.

FINANCE

To support and manage delegated budgets and ensure all purchasing is undertaken in accordance with Touchstones and LMWSs expectations.

GENERAL

To actively promote and provide information about the LMWS service and equal opportunities best practice to other Touchstone services and to people/agencies with an interest in the work of the LMWS.

To be inducted, line managed, performance managed and appraised in line with the organisations HR policies and procedures.

To be responsible for personal learning and development where appropriate and undertake training, both mandatory and optional, to increase knowledge, skills and awareness.

To provide monitoring information and reports as part of funding and organisational requirements and for the Board of Trustees as requested by Touchstone management.

To operate within the values, aims, policies and practices of Touchstone at all times and to be committed to and promote the organisations equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory policies.

To keep the Head of Health Equity informed of serious incidents, safeguardingissues, health & safety concerns, financial issues, service user and staff welfareissues.

To be aware of and employ the general practices of organisational Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Security policies and ensure these are adhered to at all times.

To ensure that appropriate monitoring and evaluation systems are set up andmaintained. This includes the development of new record keeping systems, analysing information and compiling reports based on qualitative and quantitative monitoring and evaluation data as required by commissioners and Touchstone.

To support on the development and maintenance of links with public and voluntarysector partners.

To always work as part of a team. This includes working with other staff,attending team and staff meetings and developing a teamwork approach to allaspects of the work.

To be aware of and apply the principles of Trauma Informed Practice.

To participate and be included in Touchstones Manager on Call rota.

To be an information asset owner ensuring information is dealt with in accordance with information governance, data protection and GDPR e.g. including carrying out data protection impact assessments, data flow, service records of process activity. Also to prepare information in accordance with data subject access requests.

To ensure that staff attend mandatory training on information governance, data protection and GDPR and Policies are adhered eg Confidentiality, Communications, Internet, Email and Telecommunications and steps are taken to ensure that confidential information is secure e.g. service user data.

To ensure information is dealt with in accordance with Touchstones policiesaround GDPR, Confidentiality, Communications, Internet, Email andTelecommunications and steps are taken to ensure that confidential information is secure e.g. volunteer and service user data.

To ensure that Data Protection, Health & Safety, Complaints Handling and Corporate Governance requirements are met.

To undertake out of hours and weekend work as required by the service.

To undertake any other duties as directed by the Head of Health Equity, in line with the responsibilities of this post.

Person Specification

Equal Opportunities

Essential

• Must be able to recognise discrimination in its many forms and be willing to put into practice Touchstones Equality Policies.
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of marginalised groups in the planning and delivery of services.
• A commitment to provide high quality services to the diverse communities of Leeds.

Experience

Essential

• Considerable experience of leading or supporting on equality, diversity and inclusion in services/organisations with positive outcomes.
• Effectively working in a Social and Health Care or Public/Charity sector setting.
• Successful leadership record in the area of equality/ diversity/inclusion.
• Successful management, leadership and motivation of colleagues, staff and others to meet individual, service and organisational objectives.
• Positively engaging people with equality, diversity and inclusion and supporting positive change in services/organisations.
• Track record of successfully working closely with senior leaders and decision makers.
• Effectively producing and presenting reports/ information to senior management teams/boards.
• Experience of analysing complex data and intelligence and presenting this information in a clear and concise manner.
• Facilitating and delivering training and management briefings.
• Working within multi-partnership projects/services.
• Successfully planning and delivering services to marginalised or protected characteristics groups.
• Working in way that supports coproduction and the service user voice.

Desirable

• Experience of working in mental health service.
• Project Management experience.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 5 in Management or equivalent management qualification or equivalent experience.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Successfully leading, managing and motivating staff to meet targets and service priorities.
• Effectively analyse, draft and present information including data to senior managers/decision makers.
• Efficiently work under pressure, prioritise own workload and meet timescales.
• To effectively work in collaboration with external partners, commissioners and contractors.
• Positively influence key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Successfully embed/mainstream equality & diversity into service delivery.
• Good IT skills eg Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, Microsoft word and Outlook, Teams.

Desirable

• Conflict Management
• Effectively manage budgets and resources

Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge around equality legislation, anti-discrimination practice and strategies to deliver equality of outcome.
• Knowledge of co-production and peer support in service delivery.
• A strong understanding of the current issues within health and social care with a particular knowledge around Mental Health services.
• Understanding of the causes of and solutions to Health Inequalities.
• Awareness of barriers which marginalised groups encounter when attempting to access services.
• Working knowledge of HR practice and linkages to equality and diversity.
• NHS Accessible Information Standard

Desirable

• Knowledge of Talking Therapies e.g. CBT.

Attitudes and Disposition

Essential

• Commitment to Touchstones aims and values
• Commitment to respecting diversity and anti-discriminatory/anti-oppressive practices
• A commitment to applying the principles of Trauma Informed Practice
• Commitment to personal responsibility and promoting this with other people.
• Commitment to personal development, learning and reflective practice.
• Open to change in line with the needs of the service/organisation, and ability to work flexibly
• A commitment to working collaboratively with everyone, regardless of their professional status
• Willingness to be managed and supervised.
• Recognises the need for, and can demonstrate the ability to keep confidences (within the policy of the organisation).
• Resilient and highly motivated in a challenging and fast paced work 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

Touchstone

Address

Touchstone LMWS

179 - 181 Haslewood Drive

Leeds

LS9 7RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Delivery of goods to wards and departments, wherever possible on day of receipt, carry out the unpacking of trolleys/pallets in a safe manner in a suitable location.

Full training will be offered to successful candidate.

Core hours 7.5 hours per day Mon-Fri

Establish and maintain good working relationships with Trust-based colleagues.

Carry out post duties in accordance with the Trust policies.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• General standard of education

Desirable

• Maths and English GCSE

Knowledge

Essential

• Email
• Basic IT skills
• Working knowledge of Oracle/Integra or willingness to learn

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

Harlow

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience
• IT experience

Desirable

• Admin/Organisational Skills
• Cerner
• Medical terminology

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Patient/customer service

Desirable

• Communication
• RTT pathways

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Ealing Hospital

Uxbridge Road

Southhall

UB1 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

To work as part of a team of Oncology, Haematology and Elective Surgery Specialist Dietitians and Macmillan Dietetic Support Workers, and as an integral member of multiple tumour-site specific multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. This involves attending oncology team meetings, dietetic department meetings and liaising with Oncologists, Specialist Nurses, Radiographers, Allied Health Professionals, Dietetic colleagues, Dietetic Assistants and GPs regarding dietetic and nutritional support for Oncology patients in order to optimise nutritional status during treatment.

Organise own workload, prioritising and balancing patient-related and professional demands and contributing to the effectiveness of the oncology team.

To assess and prioritise referrals made by members of the multidisciplinary team

To review how the dietetic service is provided along the patient pathway, in order to provide an effective use of time and resources.

Obtain and analyse relevant information from different sources including: electronic patient records, the client, staff and/or carers, in order to make a comprehensive assessment of the patients diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans so that a decision on the most appropriate dietetic treatment to support this can be made in the short and long term.

Interpret and monitor biochemical data generally and specifically in relation to patients receiving cancer treatment.

Assess patients nutritional status by weight history, fluid balance, nutritional intake, stool output, vomiting and physical signs of deficiency.

Estimate nutritional requirements using specific assessment tools and calculations. To remain up to date with the literature and ensure that this is an evidence based process and clinically relevant to oncology patients.

Formulate individualised patient care plans, artificial feeding regimens, taking into consideration factors which may affect requirements or help/hinder provision of nutrition support such as: prescribed drugs, biochemical derangements, fluid balance etc. Within the care plan this could include modified-texture diets, oral nutritional supplements and enteral tube feeds.

Evaluate the effectiveness of nutritional goals and modify these goals and care plans as necessary based on ongoing analysis, assessment of information available and changing patient needs.

Address and monitor their changing nutritional needs over the course of their disease and advise other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Modify dietary advice according to biochemistry, lifestyle, treatment undertaken, drugs and associated medical conditions adding to complexity of dietetic management.

Use communication techniques i.e. behavioural change and motivational interviewing to work with the patient to adapt their diet.

Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, carers and other health professionals. Skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation and gaining consent may be used in a wide variety of different, sometimes sensitive, situations. It is important to be able to communicate complex information at an appropriate level. Barriers to communication may be evident e.g. loss of sight, loss of hearing, lack of English, both written and spoken, requiring the use of translators.

Deal with patients with chronic conditions and those with poor outcomes/terminal conditions.

To be sensitive to the religious and ethnic needs of patients' dietary requirements.

To be actively involved with the development of evidence based, trust-wide guidelines - to be a resource to other dietitians as a specialist surgical practitioner, writing and compiling diet sheets, protocols and advice.

To provide specialist training and supervision of dietetic colleagues and students using skills of reflective practice.

To cover for other dietitians when sickness or leave necessitates.

Any other duties that may from time to time be allocated by the Team Leader and Acute Dietetic Service Manager

PROFESSIONAL

Be accountable for own actions within the professional, ethical and legal framework for dietetics set out in the Health and Care Profession Councils code of practice for Dietitians and the British Dietetic Associations professional standards for Dietitians.

To take responsibility for own continuing professional development and providing evidence for this by maintaining a CPD portfolio. CPD involves critical evaluation of scientific papers, attending professional development meetings, working as a reflective practitioner and attending relevant internal/external courses.

Participate in annual appraisal, identifying own developmental and training needs and setting personal developmental objectives.

To participate in departmental audits and initiate audit within own work area in order to monitor and evaluate whether local/national/international standards are being met and make recommendations for change. To be involved with the planning of departmental clinical effectiveness and audit strategies.

Actively contribute to the dietetic student training program, facilitating the development of skills and knowledge, being involved in the assessment process and acting as a mentor to students.

To provide specialist advice, teaching and training to dietetic colleagues, students or members of the multidisciplinary team, regarding the nutritional management of patients, particularly with respect to OG surgical procedures.

To have a detailed understanding of different surgical procedures and systemic anticancer treatments and their side effects.

To take the lead on corporate departmental projects.

ORGANISATIONAL

To determine priorities for own work area based on clinical need and balance patient caseload with professional demands.

To collect data as required by the department, trust and outside agencies.

To maintain accurate and up to date documentation of patient interventions on electronic records. To communicate dietetic interventions to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team by documentation within nursing/medical notes or by means of generating a letter/report.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration as a Dietitian with HCPC
• BSc (Hons) Nutrition / Dietetics degree or post graduate diploma or equivalent
• Evidence of a range of CPD activities

Desirable

• Completion of relevant post registration clinical courses (e.g. PENG, clinical supervisory skills, behavioural change).
• Member of BDA & relevant BDA Interest Group

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge, skills and experience of a wide range of clinical areas
• Range of experience of nutrition support, including managing patients requiring artificial nutritional
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of teaching and training.

Desirable

• Experience of Oesophagogastric Surgery
• Experience of service development, research or audit

Behavioural Skills

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team.
• Able to set priorities and manage own time.
• Adaptable and flexible.

Technical Skills

Essential

• IT skills (e.g. experience of working with electronic patient records, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office 365, preparation of audit reports and presentations, internet use)

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Old Road

Headington, Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent school nursing experience
• Be able to co-ordinate health promotion initiatives in line with local and national health improvement targets
• Experience of working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team and inter-agency working
• Experience of organising and managing own workload
• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care and writing care plans
• Experience in providing practice based learning support to others
• Experience of evidence based care
• Experience of supervising students

Desirable

• Counselling qualification
• Teaching qualification
• Mental Health First Aid training

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Midwife (current)
• Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) School Nursing / Differing in Practice in school nursing / or SCPHN School Nursing student in consolidated practice
• Evidence of continuing post- registration education and training

Desirable

• Practice Assessor course
• PSHE Course
• Community nurse prescribing qualification or prepared to work towards.

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Lavender Steers Mead Children's Centre,

Lavender Park Pavilion, Lavender Ave

Londons

CR4 3HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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