Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Registered nurse

Desirable

• Degree/ Diploma in Nursing

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
• Experience in managing complex information
• Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials
• Competent in storing and retrieving electronic data

Desirable

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
• Relevant clinical experience within research

Skills

Essential

• Ability to apply current research to practice
• Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
• Ability to use own initiative
• Methodical approach and attention to detail

Desirable

• Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Marys Hospital

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA 2 Word processing or equivalent, or evidence of this standard
• Minimum five GCSEs at grade C or equivalent, including Mathematics and English Language.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newtown House

2a and 2b Newtown Road

Eastleigh

Hampshire

SO50 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications & Professional Registration

Essential

• Registration with the appropriate professional body ie NMC/HCPC
• Degree qualification or equivalent
• Recognised teaching/mentor qualification

Desirable

• Previous experience of team leadership
• APLS / ALS
• Level 7 clinical skills
• V300 (non medical prescribing) or willingness to undertake

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Substantive post registration experience
• Extensive knowledge/experience in urgent and or community setting
• Knowledge and understanding of local health and social care pathways
• Understanding of long term conditions including frailty and end of life processes
• Evidence of planning and leading service development

Desirable

• Previous experience or involvement in the development of service policies and protocols

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• IT skills
• Promotes and support own and others CPD
• Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the trust footprint in line with service needs.

Desirable

• Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work 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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rochdale Infirmary

Whitehall Street

Rochdale

OL120NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy Degree

professional registration

Essential

• HCPC registration

Desirable

• RCOT or CSP registered

Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience within urgent / emergency care
• Experience of management and / or leadership
• Conduct comprehensive therapeutic assessment including assessing for mobility aids / stairs / equipment / dressing aids
• Ability to effectively discharge plan complex patients
• Able to manage own time effectively including planning and prioritisation of both clinical caseload and leadership responsibilities

Desirable

• Experience of participating in clinical audit
• Engaged in clinical 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).

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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Oldham council office Spindles shopping centre

west street

Oldham

OL1 1LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person Specification

Combined Values

Essential

• Combined Values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse or HCPC registered ODP (appropriate to clinical speciality)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality - i.e. University Accredited modules e.g. Theatre Course, Leadership course
• Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Experience of having worked with acute/chronically sick children or specialised transferable skills
• Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality)
• Understating or evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation

Desirable

• Understanding of nursing practice and innovation outside of GOSH
• Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
• Previous experience in the relevant specialty of post (preferably in an NHS setting)

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
• Committed to family centred care
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Good time management and teaching skills
• Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
• Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate
• Demonstrates Compassion in practice

Desirable

• Central venous access management

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

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N3JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for detailed responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working as an Assistant Clinical Psychologist
• Previous experience of working in the NHS, directly with people who present with behavioural, cognitive and emotional difficulties.
• Experience of working with children and young people, including those with ASC.
• Experience of using psychometric measures
• Experience of working in an MDT

Desirable

• Experience of working with children with complex health needs and/or disability, and their families

Skills

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal), including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive.
• Knowledge of ASC and familiarity with tools for its assessment. To be ADOS trained.
• Experience in using databases and performing data analysis.
• Previous research and audit experience.

Desirable

• Familiarity with other neuropsychological tests.
• Experience in writing high quality reports.
• Language skills in common with South Asian or Eastern European languages.

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Understanding of the principles of psychological and psychometric assessment
• An understanding of the psychological needs and difficulties of children and young people presenting with neurodevelopmental difference

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours Degree in Psychology to at least 2i standard, or 2ii with relevant Masters degree.
• Eligible for HCPC Registration and/or Graduate membership of the BPS.

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of psychology and/or research design and analysis

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work professionally and ethically
• Ability to work independently whilst recognising own limits
• Ability to reflect on own practice and respond positively to clinical and professional supervision
• Ability to interact effectively with people with psychological, behaviour and cognitive problems
• Ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines
• Willingness to undertake professional training and development
• Able to demonstrate a clear interest in the advertised post and relate previous experience to the post
• Must have an independent means of motorised transport with access to a vehicle for work (or acceptable alternative).

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Luke's Hospital

Bradford

BD5 0NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Clinical physiology
• ARTP Practitioner level certification
• RCCP /HCPC registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• ILS trained

Desirable

• Further leadership or management qualification
• Mentorship qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to undertake respiratory diagnostic tests independently. (Full lung function, Muscle strength testing, 6 minute walk tests, spiromertry and reversibility, challenge testing).Producing an accurate report.
• Ability to undertake sleep diagnostic testing including downloading and undertaking a basic overview of accuracy and technical quality of data.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex respiratory data producing accurate reports
• Understands the education systems for Cardio-Respiratory Physiologists within the UK
• Understands the broader role of Cardio-Respiratory Physiology within the NHS
• formulate clinical reports
• IT user skills in clinical data manipulation
• Good organisation/management skills
• Good communication and listening skills
• Flexible adaptable style working
• Facilitative working style
• High level of hands on skill in respiratory and sleep diagnostic testing
• Demonstrable skills in a broad range of respiratory and sleep diagnostics
• High level of analytical skills
• Employs specialist knowledge and experience
• Positive approach to problem solving
• Ability to secure the support of others
• Motivation to develop modern, quality services
• Forward and analytical thinking
• Ability to develop/sustain appropriate professional relationships

Desirable

• Knowledge of local and national policy
• Experience of formal teaching within a multidisciplinary setting

Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering education/mentorship to trainees.
• Significant experience of undertaking and reporting

Further Information

Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Other Role Requirments

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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 Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• *Completion of RCSLT newly qualified practitioner competencies
• *Current registration with Health Professions Council
• *Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Desirable

• *Evidence of leadership training.
• *Attendance at Clinical Educators Course.

Experience

Essential

• *Postgraduate experience in relevant clinical areas
• *Competence in advanced dysphagia and communication assessment and management
• *Well-established knowledge of assessment tools and a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)

Desirable

• *Experience of teaching SLT students
• *Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• *Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• *Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• *Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Competence in assessment of mental capacity
• *Negotiation and Problem solving Skills
• *Good analytical and reflection skills
• *Good organisational skill
• *Good prioritisation skills
• *Ability to work through interpreters to gain information on communication impairment/ability
• *Demonstrate enthusiasm for the specialist area.
• *Demonstrate a professional attitude.
• *An ability to cope with occasional exposure to distressing/emotional situations.
• *Demonstrate an interest in developing expertise within the clinical areas.
• *Able to work cross site if the service requires
• *Ability to travel independently across Trust sites and community locations as required by the role
• *Post holders may be required to participate in therapies 7 day working rotas.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Prioritisation and Decision-Making:To facilitate the safe admission of mental health patients, especially those in emergency situations (e.g., via Emergency Departments and HBPoS).

You will support the CFH Team manager inassessing and prioritising patients who require urgent care while balancing the demands of planned mental health assessments.

Responsibility for managing the safe inpatient placement of high-risk community patients, ensuring they receive timely, appropriate care in a safe environment, requiring both clinical knowledge and also a compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.

To ensure careful recording and monitoring of bed status and bed requests. Accuracy in managing data is crucial to ensure that all admissions and discharges are tracked efficiently and in real-time.

At times you will be the senior clinician on duty and will be responsible for the co-ordination and smooth running of the service.

Efficient Bed Management & Patient Flow:To manage bed resources effectively, including internal transfers and repatriation to and from other Trusts; ensuring beds are allocated efficiently to meet the fluctuating demands of the mental health urgent care system.

To be proactive in anticipating challenges in patient flow and bed management and develop strategies to address them, ensuring continuous improvement in the system.

To be able to address challenges and provide solutions in real-time, ensuring that all patient flow requests are managed efficiently, and that patients receive timely care.

To escalate cases promptly to team leader as required

To stay up-to-date with national targets, Trust objectives, and related policies, thus ensuring that bed management and patient flow practices are compliant and optimised to meet organisational and regulatory standards.

Collaboration and Communication:To use strong interpersonal and communication skills to work across other internal Trust teams and external Trusts, collaborating with emergency teams, clinicians, and other health professionals to ensure smooth patient transitions and the safe management of resources.

To provide bed management support across various CNWL sites and teams, using strong communication and coordination skills to manage requests, prioritise admissions, and ensure continuity of care for mental health patients.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, social worker or Allied Health Professional with and registration to practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Up to date Practice Supervisor/ assessor qualification

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in acute mental health services post-registration
• Working knowledge of serious mental illness, relapse indicators and clinical risk assessment
• Experience working with Microsoft office and excellent IT skills
• Experience of adapting for change in the workplace and an amplitude for thriving in a role that constantly evolves
• To have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 /2007, The Mental Health Compact and Who pays?
• Understanding of role you pay in delivering the wider strategy of Trust
• Experience of providing supervision and support to junior staff

Desirable

• Use of system one
• Use of tableau
• Previous bed management experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to write clear, concise reports
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable to meet deadlines, commitments and priorities.
• High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive or performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude
• Able to recognise and respect the values of diverse perspectives
• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gordon Hospital

Bloomburg Street

London

SW1V 2RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• 1. Project Management
• Coordinate and deliver a number of related project activities within the Division to achieve beneficial change in line with the strategic objectives of the Trust clinically, operationally and financially.
• Plan, track and support the implementation of project activities working with senior leads and senior clinicians, with agreed project management processes within the defined quality, time and cost constraints across clinical and non-clinical services
• Develop and maintain clear project documentation covering the fundamental components of projects (scope, budgets, risks, opportunities and issues and quality requirements)
• Monitor and report all aspects of project risk and issue management relating to projects you are supporting. This includes developing action plans to mitigate project risk factors where required
• Deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive progress reports to ensure full project visibility and help facilitate change management and issue resolution
• Support each identified project stage ensuring all relevant milestones are attained and where necessary escalating deviations through project governance to ensure projects remain on schedule, in budget or to quality specification
• Administration of project/programme meetings (e.g. preparation of agendas, circulation of papers, capture of minutes and other outputs such as process maps)
• Participate in and organise project reviews to support with project evaluation including identifying and implementing lessons learned (methodology, deliverables, process).
• 2. Governance & Reporting
• Coordinate work with clinicians, managers and other staff across the Division to enable comprehensive and effective reporting to senior internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of non-performance reports provided to commissioners. Ensure that reports are appropriately reviewed and validated before they are issued and provide high-quality analysis of the information presented so that commissioners are given a comprehensive and considered picture of activity, service levels and any service issues.3. Financial Planning and Management
• Support as required on project to enable best value, ensuring that robust and detailed plans are in place to deliver the required level of efficiency savings
• Act as team lead for procurement processes for transformational projects, including working with senior managers on specification development, liaising closely with procurement, contracting and finance teams, monitoring progress, raising POs and tracking invoice providing an end to end service support to transformational partnerships and contracts
• Advise on processes and systems to identify, manage and deliver efficiency projects4. Service Improvement, Redesign and Transformation
• Coordinate work with clinicians, managers and other staff across the Division to develop and test new ideas and approaches that could bring about increased quality and efficiency, working closely with Divisional colleagues
• Deliver change management programmes within the Division, working across service areas with clinical teams and managers to improve delivery of services and outcomes for service users
• Coordinate stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests, in a range of situations working autonomously and as part of a team5. Personal Development
• Proactively participate in management supervision, annual objective setting and PDP/appraisal processes.
• Proactively identify continued professional development opportunities
• Attend and play an active part in the monthly Division-wide Business & Transformation Managers meetings6. Freedom to Act
• The post holder will be expected to work independently and without supervision.
• The post holder will be expected to interpret national and Trust policies and guidance and advise the Divisional Team of appropriate action.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development

Desirable

• Specialist Qualification in Project Management

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Project delivery experience within a healthcare setting, preferably in mental health
• Experience of change management processes and methods acquired through training or experience
• Experience of working with groups of staff and patients across health communities, including working with senior clinicians and healthcare leaders
• Competent with software packages (e.g. MS Excel, Project, Visio etc.)
• Able to use collaboration software (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom etc.)

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of mental health and learning disabilities transformational priorities set out in the NHS 10 Year Plan
• Knowledge and understanding of national, regional and local requirements to continuously improve quality and safety within mental health and learning disabilities services
• Experience of project management from initial design to completion
• Experience working within the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Strong organisational and planning skills. Able to deliver agreed objective within an agreed timeframe
• Team working skills - able to work as a key member of small teams to achieve results, including able to encourage collaborative working to improve services and performance particularly where there is resistance to change
• Excellent presentation and communication skills and ability to present complex project plans at an appropriate level for the audience concerned
• Highly self-motivated. Sets themselves and helps others to set ambitious goals.
• Able to manage and relate complex and highly sensitive information to all levels of staff within the organisation
• Good communicator, able to influence and resolve issues with key stakeholders
• Flexible with ability to adapt and implement ideas in diverse situations
• Ability to write clear and concise documents.
• Evidence of financial/budgetary management and monitoring skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

350 Euston Road

Regent's Place

London

NW1 3AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification.

Please contact the team for any additional information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• UK NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN
• Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in the community / mental health services either as a band 5 nurse, a student nurse or health care assistant.
• Able to communicate with the multi-disciplinary team, present cases, take note of actions, update others in the team and use handover effectively. Speaking face to face but also by telephone and writing letters and reports.
• Maintaining accurate, timely, concise and legible clinical records both electronic and handwritten which adhere to the CNWL policies
• Able to talk to people about sensitive issues in a supportive manner but also challenge others assertively where necessary
• Able to maintain electronic patient records Use Microsoft Word for letter and report writing
• Medicines management and administration
• Manual Handling patients

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals experiencing acute mental distress.
• Demonstrate Knowledge and skills in assessing and managing risk Demonstrate ability to co-ordinate a team and it's day to day work.
• Demonstrate ability to use a range of therapeutic interventions with individuals in acute mental health crisis.
• Demonstrate understanding of CPA and it's application. Demonstrate good communication skills, including listening, reflecting, empathy, facilitation, persuasion, motivation, negotiation, education and reassurance, even in challenging and sensitive situations.
• Demonstrate ability to determine and reduce risk to self, clients and others.
• Demonstrate understanding of the role of HTT and of the social model of care.
• Demonstrate a commitment and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of issues and developments within Mental Health and the National Health Service.
• Demonstrate ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach which considers the needs of the whole person
• Demonstrate ability to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work professionally with challenging and difficult behaviours

Desirable

• Demonstrate knowledge of audit and research.
• Demonstrate the ability to promote the HTT to clients, other professional and non-professional groups.
• Demonstrate ability to work as an autonomous clinician.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crane Ward Riverside Centre

Riverside Centre - Crane Ward Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road, Hillingdon, Greater London, UB8

London

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputy Memory Service Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership within the Memory Service, promoting a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment, diagnosis and management of people with dementia.
• Oversee referral screening, triage, assessment and care planning, ensuring patients and carers receive timely, evidence-based interventions and support.
• Act as an expert resource for dementia care, mental health, behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, medication management, the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and safeguarding processes.
• Support patients, families and carers throughout the dementia pathway, providing education, advice, emotional support and strategies to manage complex and challenging behaviours.
• Deputise for the Memory Service Manager and contribute to the strategic development of the service, ensuring compliance with national standards, legislation and Trust objectives.
• Lead, supervise and support staff through appraisal, clinical supervision, performance management, mentorship and workforce development activities.
• Foster effective communication and partnership working with GPs, primary care networks, social care, acute trusts, voluntary organisations and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor service performance, quality standards, activity data and KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, patient outcomes and service delivery.
• Lead on clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development projects, ensuring practice remains evidence-based and aligned with current research and best practice guidance.
• Ensure high standards of clinical documentation, record keeping, confidentiality and information governance across the service.
• Manage resources effectively, including caseload allocation, staffing, sickness absence, health and safety responsibilities and day-to-day operational demands.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, supporting student placements, staff training, research activity and the implementation of innovation within the service.
• Maintain oversight of risk management and complex case reviews, ensuring safe, person-centred and legally compliant care for patients with cognitive impairment and dementia.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• RMN qualification and current registration
• Diploma / Degree in subject related to Mental Health

Desirable

• SLICE or equivalent.
• Educated to degree/masters level.
• Nurse Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake this.
• RGN

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience as a qualified mental health practitioner
• Experience of working with people with Dementia and an in depth knowledge of Dementia Care
• Risk assessment/management.
• Evidence of leadership skills
• Ability to apply research to practice.
• Knowledge of counselling skills/cognitive behavioural skills/psychosocial interventions/brief solution focused therapy.
• A successful track record in making improvements in service delivery or operational effectiveness
• A successful track record in managing staff effectively, including improving performance

Desirable

• Other relevant post registration experience.
• Audit and Research.
• Experience managing budgets
• Exposure to delivering service change

KILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES

Essential

• An understanding of the Mental Health Act (1983), the Mental Health Code of Practice and the CPA process.
• Ability to reflect on and evaluate one's own practice, and A/I accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to teach, supervise and assess junior staff and learners.

Other

Essential

• Able to exercise initiative, flexibility and tact.
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Willing to use peer and group supervision creatively.
• Understanding/implementation of Equal Opportunities

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bentley House

Bentley House, 15-21 Headstone Drive

Harrow

HA3 5QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake regular clinical activity to maintain clinical skills

Clinical dental nursing including delivery of specialist skills (e.g. radiography, special care and/or sedation) in a range of settings, including clinics, general hospitals, Domiciliary care and Prisons.

Ability to use technical and observational skills when monitoring and treating patients.

Supervision and support for clinical dental nursing staff who are undertaking training programmes to gain additional skills. This may include portfolio sign off and mentoring as appropriate.

Role model appropriate leadership behaviours

Involved in business planning and provides data and reports as necessary

Ability to represent dental nurses as a professional group at various Trust wide fora

Oversee student placements within the service

Support and maintain a learning environment at work, including identification of individual and team learning and development needs. This will include liaison with the Dental Senior Leadership Team with responsibility for Training & Development

Supporting the Dental Senior Leadership team to initiate any changes associated with clinical and service policies/procedures

Interprets and implements organisational policy as well as available standards and such as DoH policy and guidance along with Dental Leadership Team for service

Accountable to Dental Senior Leadership Team for provision and delivery of service to users

Support service delivery by ensuring that clinics are staffed to appropriate levels

Completion of management and performance reporting within appropriate timescales

Management of leave and absence issues within the dental nursing workforce, and escalating concerns appropriately to dental Senior Leadership Team

Ensuring all equipment is in working order and maintained appropriately. Ensure that maintenance contracts are in place and reviewed annually.

Maintenance of cross infection control processes and adherence to service and Trust policies on decontamination of instruments

Direct line management of Dental Nursing staff and clinical admin staff, including appraisals, supervision and development of clinical skills as well as dealing HR aspects including disciplinary and grievance matters and recruitment and selection decisions

To facilitate team meetings/service improvement meetings and ensure information is disseminated in a timely manner

Participation in audit and other activities to support effective governance procedures within the service and Trust

Contribute to maintenance of Service guidelines, policies and procedures including review of policies as necessary

Management of patient data and entry of information on Carestream sensei dental system

Responsible for management of appraisal and supervision information and records including reviewing and reporting monthly appraisal and mandatory training data and ensuring that Dental staff are appropriately trained and supported to practice safely

Submits internal returns such as CQC quarterly returns

Responsible for associated tasks such as ensuring BSA are in receipt of clinical dental claims

The post holder must maintain high standards in relation to confidentiality of information relating to staff and patients

There will be a responsibility to investigate and manage incidents and complaints.

Attendance at operational and other relevant meetings as requested both in within the dental service and wider Trust

The Dental Nurse Manager will be required to liaise with other agencies to assist in the efficient delivery of dental services e.g. Hospitals, Secure Unit personnel, GDPs etc

• The postholder will manage effective communications with a range of people in a range of clinical and non-clinical situations, including dental staff, other Trust staff and departments, and partners in other NHS Trusts and agencies
• The postholder should be able to demonstrate ability to adapt communication style to best effect in different situations and audiences and will require negotiation and persuasive skills
• Will be expected to undertake conversations of a sensitive and confidential nature relating to staff performance and other HR processes
• There will be a requirement to discuss sensitive or emotive issues when necessary with patients and colleagues including complex condition related information
• Deals with conflicting views where there may be significant issues such as transitional change
• Deals with staff issues and initial response to patient complaints in challenging situations.
• Accurate and contemporaneous records should be maintained in relation to appraisals and 1-1 meetings, patient records and service information systems
• On occasion gives formal presentation based on professional knowledge and clinical skills.
• To demonstrate the application of the principles of ethical behaviour relevant to dentistry, including honesty, confidentiality, personal and professional integrity, and compliance with the standards for dental professionals laid down by the GDC
• To take responsibility for own continuous professional development, maintaining professional knowledge and competence in line with the personal development plan agreed at annual appraisal
• Demonstrate a professional approach, including participation in appraisal, peer review, clinical audit and continuing professional development activities.
• Up to date knowledge and skills in clinical techniques and their application in accordance with the General Dental Councils requirement for lifelong learning.
• To gain required security clearance to work in secure settings.
• Attend mandatory training as required by CNWL and the Dental Service.
• Have and maintain full registration with the General Dental Council and complete CPD in line with GDC requirements
• Take responsibility for personal development
• Have a commitment to high professional standards
• Be able to travel to work at other dental sites, some of which are not easily served by public transport and therefore the post holder would be expected to make necessary travel arrangements to meet these needs
• To contribute to and lead on quality improvement projects and clinical governance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education up to GCSE O level standard / NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
• Full registration with General Dental Council
• Additional relevant Dental Nurse Certificate
• Post graduate qualification
• Management qualification or equivalent experience

Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop & maintain high standards of communication both orally and in writing with people about difficult matters & / in difficult situations.

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of cross infection control standards.

Experience

Essential

• Able to supervise trainees and unqualified staff.
• Experience of using dental software packages
• Experience of line management.
• Experience of leading a clinic or specific area of nursing

Desirable

• Previous NHS Experience within a service providing care to patients with additional needs.
• Current or recent experience working as a dental nurse manager with clinical commitment in hospital, salaried or general dental service
• Experience of assisting with provision of care under intravenous and inhalation sedation.
• Experience of assisting with provision of care under general anaesthesia.
• Experience of working in secure settings
• Experience of working with a dentist to carry out screenings or epidemiological surveys.

Personal disposition

Essential

• Ability to maintain quality in own work and encourage others to do so

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brookside Health centre

station way west

Aylesbury

HP20 2SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this key role, you will support the Early Years teams in the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to children with a variety of complex needs. As a senior therapist in a small team, you will support speech and language therapy associate practitioners, devising therapy plans and offering clinical guidance, supervision, and mentorship.

Please see attached job description for further details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registration with Health Professions Council as a speech and language therapist
• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Registered member of RCSLT

Desirable

• oMembership to appropriate CEN

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of student placements/ experience reflecting clinical caseload
• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group.
• Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Awareness of prioritisation issues within client group
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of individuals from minority groups
• Ability to liaise and work with other professionals and agencies
• Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
• Awareness of principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Foundation level dysphagia knowledge to support identification and referral on to dysphagia team.

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
• Strong interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrate good organisational, analytical and reflection skills
• Is able to independently travel across the city, carrying all necessary equipment safely
• Evidence of collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bletchley Therapy Unit

Whalley Drive

Milton Keynes

MK3 6EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached Job description for more information

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide professional legal advice and representation on behalf of the Trust on issues, processes, legal claims/concerns/disputes/risk management, policy and procedures.

To represent the Trust in formal negotiations, legal proceedings, at courts, tribunals, or other venues, undertaking advocacy where appropriate.

To take and maintain detailed and accurate notes of meetings, such as court hearings, witness meetings, tribunals, case conferences and other key activities as appropriate.

To draft advice and formal legal documentation, such as formal legal correspondence witness statements, instructions to counsel and experts, agreements, contractual documentation, court documents and forms, or policies.

To work autonomously with responsibility for the day to day management of their own case load.

To work with the trust legal case and document management systems and processes, to securely create, store and share documents, to enter and maintain key information.

• Collaborate with the Corporate Governance department and others and contribute to the legal database.
• Provide in-house legal advice, training and support across the departments.
• Provide representation or support external insurer/panel firms in the conduct of ET claims).
• Initial review of FOI/SARS for disclosure.
• To assist the Asst Director of People Partnering in ensuring that all new ET claims are reviewed, that they provide sufficient information relating to the claims in accordance with the relevant Policies and that a file is created. Liaise with the Claimants solicitors to obtain sufficient information to ensure compliance.
• To identify any claims where there is a litigation risk and reporting these claims to the trust.
• Support with the management of complex and/or contentious cases by ensuring that all evidence is requested and obtained in a timely manner, escalating cases where responses are not forthcoming.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Law degree & Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent)
• Relevant Legal Knowledge

Desirable

• A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx
• NHS/public sector background

Experience

Essential

• Substantial relevant post qualification experience in relevant employment law as specified in the role profile i.e. litigation gained through practice.
• Extensive experience in drafting documents
• An excellent understanding of Equal Opportunities and Valuing Diversity

Desirable

• Knowledge of current NHS terms and conditions
• Knowledge and understanding of key issues within the NHS and/or other public sector organizations
• Extensive experience of reviewing large numbers of documents
• Defendant litigation/ experience in employment law
• Experience of making presentations to legal staff

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

350 Euston Road - Regents Place

London

NW1 3AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide highly specialist psychoanalytically-informed psychotherapeutic assessments of children and young people referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources

Formulate and implement plans for the formal treatment and/or management of the child/ young persons problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings

Be responsible for implementing a range of psychotherapeutic interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups, grounded in the principles and techniques of psychoanalytic psychotherapy. These will include long and short term interventions as appropriate to need

Evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group

To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of children and young people whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans

Provide highly specialist expertise, advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to children and young peoples formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• ACP-recognised pre-clinical training to Master's level (or equivalent).
• Post-graduate doctoral-level training in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at an ACP-accredited training school.
• To hold a professional registration with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP)
• Evidence of compliance with ACP Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Desirable

• Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and formulation of complex mental health presentations including Trauma presentations
• Experience of working psychologically with children and young people who have complex mental health problems, including trauma and personality disorder
• Experience of teaching, training and supervision
• Experience of skills in group work
• Experience of work with care-givers/families
• Maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• Experience of working in an NHS community mental health settings in secondary and tertiary care

Desirable

• Experience of the application of clinical psychology or psychotherapy in different cultural contexts

Knowledge, Skills and Professional Competencies

Essential

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessment and intervention for with children and young people with mental health presentations
• Knowledge of clinical caseload management within a team setting
• Well-developed skills in the ability to work and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and to other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS

Desirable

• Knowledge of legislation and NICE guidance in relation to this client group
• Skills in providing consultation and supervision to other professional and non-professional groups and assistants

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings
• Valid drivers licence and the ability to drive to different bases

Desirable

• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Eaglestone Health Centre, Hospital Campus, Standing Way

Standing Way, Eaglestone

Milton Keynes

MK6 5AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess, develop and implement highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy intervention

To provide appropriate highly specialist intervention / assessment and evaluate outcomes.

To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children 0-19.

To facilitate relevant professionals/parents to carry out speech and language therapy programmes/strategies/advice

To monitor the effectiveness of speech and language therapy programmes/strategies/advice being delivered by other relevant professionals/parents and adjust as necessary

To make a differential diagnosis, including complex cases, on the basis of evidence from assessment.

To develop clear packages of care based on best practice and differential diagnosis and to use highly specialist clinical knowledge to inform case management.

To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures.

To keep up to date with new techniques and developments for the promotion and maintenance of good practice in own highly specialist clinical area.

To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers and supervisors and identify own strengths and development needs.

To manage caseload independently and to prioritise workload using highly specialist

To recognise potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs and seek to resolve using highly developed negotiation skills, seeking further support from team leader if necessary

To ensure that children / young people, their families and schools / nurseries are involved in the planning and implementation of their care

To maintain sensitivity to the emotional needs of children & their families, especially when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the childs difficulties and its implications.

To attend case conferences & core group meetings for children / young people on the caseload, where appropriate

To submit safeguarding reports to case conferences ad reviews

To record all concerns and discussions/supervision regarding safeguarding issues in Systmone clinical notes

To attend safeguarding supervision for all children / young people with a Child Protection Plan at least every 12 weeks

To provide safeguarding supervision (when trained) for team members on a rotational basis.

To work independently and to access clinical supervision sessions on a regular basis & actively contribute to own appraisal on an annual basis.

To collate evidence of professional development related to the RCSLT CPD log

To demonstrate highly developed negotiation skills across a range of issues and to negotiate with others around case management in highly complex cases.

To deal with complaints sensitively avoiding escalation where possible, and to inform the team leader in a timely fashion.

To communicate highly complex information from assessments and ongoing therapy to children / young people, families and other professionals.

To write outcome focused reports, and programmes/target sheets reflecting highly specialist knowledge which meet the needs of the child / young person

To support the development of, and adhere to, service plans and policies giving constructive feedback as appropriate.

To advise team leader on issues of service shortfall or pressure.

To assume delegated leadership responsibilities and tasks as requested by TL.

To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines.

To report all incidents in a timely fashion and access learning following incident investigation outcomes & complaints. Attend training to complete incident investigations.

To support other team members in the reporting of incidents in a timely fashion

To work within legal frameworks including: SEND reforms e.g Statutory EHCP assessments, London safeguarding procedures and policies.

To attend, contribute to and present at Team and Departmental meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRecognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree qualification or equivalent (minimum of 2:2 or equivalent)
• oFurther training courses relevant to the post
• oAttendance at special interest group/ clinical excellence group
• oHealth and Care Professions Council licence to practice.
• o Registered member of relevant organisation eg Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and other relevant bodies
• o Successful completion of highly specialist/expert short courses including ASD, Education practice

Desirable

• oFirst class honours degree or equivalent
• oSuccessful completion of highly specialist advanced post graduate study at MSc or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• oExtensive experience of working in a mainstream/special school as a therapist
• oTraining and experience of working with children with eating and swallowing difficulties
• oExperience of working within multidisciplinary /multi-agency team. Detailed knowledge of multi-disciplinary team approaches
• oExperience of managing/supervising more junior staff and students and participating in appraisal
• oEvidence of continuing professional development
• oExperience of assessing children using the ADOS assessment too
• oExperience of working with other agencies
• oManagement experience, undertaking delegated departmental duties at Band 6 level or above

Desirable

• oExperience of leading audits
• oParticipate in research / evaluation of practice Knowledge of basic qualitative & quantitative research approaches and of the key elements of writing a research protocol.
• oLeadership of and /or [participation in a special interest group across disciplines

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• oAbility to prioritise and manage time effectively
• oAbility to mentor and support junior therapists and students promoting clinical excellence in self and others
• oAbility to clearly communicate assessment findings giving verbal and written reports that deliver complex information to carers, young people and other health professionals
• oKnowledge of advanced approaches to support clients & carers with challenging behaviour , mental health needs or in high levels of distress
• oDemonstrate knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines e.g. HCPC Professional Conduct Guidelines
• oDemonstrate an awareness of current legislation and act in accordance e.g. Child protection
• oImplementation of national initiatives and legislation relating to Health and Social Care in relation to children with developmental concerns and disabilitie
• oAbility to be actively involve in development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures.
• oEvidence of knowledge of conditions likely to be encountered in Community Paediatrics and their impact on a child's functional abilities, independence and development e.g. Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Co-ordination Disorders, ADHD, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Severe Learning Disabilities and Developmental Delay.
• oWorking knowledge and understanding of a highly specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate the strengths and needs of young people (birth -19) who present with a wide range of needs (as relevant to professional discipline)

Other

Essential

• Be proficient in data management and information governance and comfortable with learning new clinical record keeping systems
• Demonstrate ability to analyse performance data and high quality performance reports
• Be computer literate with working knowledge and ability to use appropriate computer software

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Woodlands Centre

Pield Heath Road

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you believe you have the skills, experience, and dedication to contribute to our dynamic and innovative team, we would be delighted to hear from you. We encourage all prospective applicants to review the attached Job Description (JD) and Person Specification (PS) for detailed information about the role and its requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Central and Northwest London NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering safe, effective, and high-quality services while ensuring that patients, carers, and their families receive a positive and compassionate experience. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the Trust's commitment to excellence by supporting the delivery of patient-centred care and maintaining the highest standards of professional practice.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Registered on the NMC register, Mental Health
• Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Able to communicate with the multi-disciplinary team, present cases, take note of actions, update others in the team and use handover effectively. Speaking face to face but also by telephone and writing letters and reports
• Maintaining accurate, timely, concise and legible clinical records both electronic and handwritten which adhere to the CNWL policies
• Able to talk to people about sensitive issues in a supportive manner but also challenge others assertively where necessary
• IT Skills: Able to maintain electronic patient records. Use Microsoft Word for letter and report writing
• Nursing Skills: You are expected to have the skills required to act as a professional, registered nurse and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct
• Work well with other members of the team including communicating effectively, being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic.
• Help others in the team achieve their objectives and deliver safe, effective care
• Mentor, teach and support others in the team
• Supervise others in the team
• Contribute to the culture of the team and play a role in making it inclusive, kind and hard working

Previous Experience

Essential

• You need previous experience of working in the community / mental health services either as a nurse, a student nurse or health care assistant.

Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics

Essential

• Caring for the people who use our services, their families and carers, and other staff
• Respectful of others and genuinely treating them how you would want to be treated
• Able and willing to work with service users, family and carers, and other staff in a way which empowers and supports others and makes them feel better about themselves
• Able and willing to work in partnership with service users, their friends and family as well as other health care professionals

Other

Essential

• Able to work efficiently in the 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).

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 and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Riverside Centre Mental Health

Pield Heath Road

London

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will provide visible and accessible leadership across the service, supporting a diverse workforce of clinical and non-clinical staff. You will be responsible for translating strategic and operational priorities into clear plans, maintaining effective governance and ensuring that the service delivers against its contractual, quality, performance and financial requirements.

Working collaboratively with clinical leaders and senior managers, you will contribute to business planning, service transformation and the development of innovative and sustainable models of care. You will also build strong relationships with GPs, primary care teams, commissioners, specialist mental health services, social care, employment services and voluntary-sector partners.

Key areas of responsibility will include:

• Providing effective operational leadership and management for Milton Keynes Talking Therapies.
• Leading and supporting a multidisciplinary workforce, promoting staff wellbeing, development, engagement and high performance.
• Monitoring activity, outcomes, waiting times and other contractual and quality indicators.
• Analysing performance and financial information and developing improvement plans where required.
• Managing the services allocated financial resources, budget position, forecasting and efficiency requirements.
• Ensuring robust arrangements for clinical governance, safeguarding, risk management, audit and quality assurance.
• Overseeing recruitment, retention, appraisal, supervision, training and other workforce processes.
• Leading service improvement and change projects within agreed timescales and resources.
• Ensuring that complaints, incidents and identified risks are thoroughly investigated and that resulting actions are implemented.
• Promoting accessible, responsive and non-stigmatising services that reflect local needs.
• Representing the service at internal and external meetings.
• Deputising for the Service Manager when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated diploma level with a relevant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Management qualification or equivalent level of experience and proven ability to perform at this level
• Full driving license and use of a car for business purposes.

Desirable

• Degree

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of and demonstrable achievement in managing health/social care services.
• Management of resources and good track record with change management, efficiency savings and financial recovery plans.
• Experience of modernising services without additional resources.
• Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders in the redesign of services.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders
• Ability to present information clearly.
• An open and facilitative style of leadership which can be adapted when necessary to ensure delivery of objectives.
• Able to hold professionals and peers to account.
• An understanding of effective systems for integrated governance and the management of clinical and nonclinical risks.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stantonbury Health Centre

Purbeck, Stantonbury

Milton Keynes

MK14 6BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC Code and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence

Will complete mandatory and statutory training within the set timeframes, this will enable them to act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines and Policies including Health and Safety initiatives

Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications, ensuring that local unit and departmental policies are followed

Will actively participate in his / her annual appraisal and ongoing review, including compilation of a personal and professional portfolio to support professional revalidation and reflect advancing clinical practice

Will maintain a high standard of care and give courteous reception to all patients and visitors Working in accordance with corporate objectives

Will practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner with the patient at the centre of all initiatives

Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs / medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act

Will be familiar with the wards fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies and ensure that all nurses in the ward are aware of the policies

Will be fully conversant with the Trust major incident plan

Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with the NMC
• Completed evidence based emergency course or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the NMC Code of professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives
• Knowledge of clinical governance and the necessity to report incidents
• Has previous knowledge and skills of identifying deteriorating patients

Experience

Essential

• 18 month experience as RGN
• worked within an Acute or Emeregency environment

Skills

Essential

• Basic computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills

Values Based Question

Essential

• How would you ensure you represent MFT in a positive way?

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

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway maritime hospital

Windmill road

Gillinghsm

ME7 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifictions

Essential

• NMC Qualification

Desirable

• Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
• Post registration experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of accountability and responsibility
• Knowledge of the role of a registered nurse in relevant area
• Knowledge regarding the NMC code of practice and limitation scope of professional practice
• Ability to function as part of the multi professional team
• Ability to assess the competence of others

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to recognise incorrect or ineffective practice
• Knowledge of holistic care
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written people at all levels

Key Skills

Essential

• Willingness to embrace change to meet the needs of a busy Trauma Orthopaedic Ward
• A desire to learn and develop new skills including skills specifically related to Trauma Orthopaedics

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 West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

1. To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
2. To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.
3. To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
4. Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

Professional

1. Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
2. To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach.
3. To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs.
4. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota.
5. Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
6. To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role )

Education

1. Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
2. To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
3. To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
4. To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.

For full band 5 and band 6 job descriptions, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BAND 5:
• Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist
• BAND 6:
• First level registered qualification, such as :
• RMN, CPN, SW, Occupational Therapy or relevant mental health profession.

Desirable

• BAND 5:
• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
• Expectation to work toward Practice Educator
• BAND 6:
• Post qualification training in mental health therapy (e.g. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family & Systemic Therapy)
• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
• Practice Educator/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.

Training

Essential

• BAND 5:
• Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.

Desirable

• BAND 5:
• Relevant Post basic qualification and training

Experience

Essential

• BAND 5:
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers
• Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
• BAND 6:
• Comprehension of current legislation in relation to under 18s.
• An understanding of roles and responsibilities of agencies involved in working with under 18s.
• Experience of working with children and adolescents with multiple problems and their families/carers.
• Multi-disciplinary working. Experience of providing consultation/support and training to professional carers working with under 18s.
• Experience of working with universal service professionals.
• Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
• Experience of safeguarding children and young people.

Desirable

• BAND 5:
• Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees
• Experience of working
• holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing
• BAND 6:
• Experience of working in universal services.
• Experience of networking between universal services and CAMHS.
• Experience of working in a Family and Systemic Team.
• Knowledge and experience of working with equality and diversity
• Experience of delivering training to others

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• BAND 5:
• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
• Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
• Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care
• Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of audit processes
• Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment
• BAND 6:
• Assessment planning and evaluation of time limited therapeutic programme skills in mental health and behavioural difficulties including risk assessments
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Ability to manage own caseload
• Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills
• Customer service orientation
• Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
• IT skills.
• Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.

Desirable

• BAND 5:
• Knowledge of audit processes
• Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment

Physical Attributes

Essential

• BAND 5 and BAND 6:
• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

Essential

• BAND 5:
• Ability to work on as part of MDT.
• Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
• A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours
• Reliable and enthusiastic
• Motivated and resourceful
• Professional attitude
• BAND 6:
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to travel to various sites around the Trust in accordance with the demands of the post
• Commitment to a Multi-agency approach to the client
• Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities
• Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services
• Ability to manage crisis situations

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Drury Lane Health & Wellbeing Centre

Wakefield

WF1 2TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• Professional qualification (degree or equivalent) and current valid professional registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development since qualification.

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications specifically relating to an appropriate aspect of care or management.

Occupational Experience

Essential

• Appropriate experience and a high level of knowledge about community mental health care with older adults.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of CMHTs and interdisciplinary working.
• Understanding and experience of risk management both clinically and operationally.
• Good understanding of clinical governance and your professional legal responsibilities.
• Experience of supervising other staff.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of community services in the local area.
• Awareness of National and local policy concerning mental health guidance.
• Experience of conducting clinical audit and presenting the resulting analyse.
• Experience of supervising students on placements.

Skills required - IT / Admin

Essential

• IT literacy, to include the Microsoft suite of programmes.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding and commitment to work within the Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, and to meet the diverse needs of patients.
• Ability to travel around the local area to undertake home visits and visits to hospital and non-hospital sites, and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post.
• Car driver with own car available to use for work.

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 Health NHS Trust

Address

Older Adult CMHT North and West

Unit 5 Des Roches Sq

Witney

OX28 4BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative support service within the Trusts corporate Executive office function to allocated Executive director(s).Executive Assistants work closely with the Executive Officer Manager who supports the Chief Executive and Chair of the Trust. The role is professionally accountable to the Deputy Director of Corporate Affairs who coordinates the work of the Executive office function with the Corporate Governance team (supporting the board and board committee and work of Non-Executive Directors).Flexible working is available, but the role requires in-person attendance at different Trust sites on a frequent basis.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working as an EA working to senior leaders

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working in healthcare corporate environments

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of effective time management and working to deadlines

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills

Training

Desirable

• Training like project management or the equivalent

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of healthcare organisations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road,

Oxford,

OX4 4XN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full details of the role are included in the job description. Please ensure that you consider the information outlined in the essential and desirable criteria listed on the advert and tailor your supporting statement to these requirements.

Candidates should be educated to Masters level in HR Management (or hold equivalent senior experience) alongside specialist, up-to-date knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and complex workforce issues such as planning and engagement.

You will bring a proven track record in a senior HR role within a complex organisation, with demonstrated experience leading change management and project management initiatives while collaborating effectively across multi disciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will combine a strategic and tactical mindset with the ability to manage competing demands under pressure, responding to urgent situations with calm, logical empathy. A quality-focused, flexible approach to problem-solving is essential, as is access to your own car or suitable alternative transport for business travel across Trust locations.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of change management
• Experience of working within a HR multi-disciplinary team, working with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience of managing projects.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent knowledge

personal qualities

Essential

• Access to own car or alternative travel for business use

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge about key operational and strategic issues relating to workforce intelligence and planning, medical workforce, temporary staffing and/or staff engagement and experience
• Ability to respond to urgent situations in a calm, empathetic and logical manager and manage stressful situations
• Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically and creatively and to prioritise work programmes in the face of competing demands

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 Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Oxford

OX4 4XN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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