Job description

Job responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist the post holder will use personal and creative skills to assist in the provision of a flexible, person centred programmes of therapeutic activities for individuals/groups of service users who have mental health problems
• To support registered Occupational therapist with carrying out assessment and interventions with service users
• To undertake any other duties that may be allocated by an Occupational Therapist within the general scope of the post and appropriate to the grade.
• To maintain and develop relevant skills in line with Trust policy in order to provide a responsive high quality service to users.
• It is the responsibility of all Trust employees to ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with best practice risk management.

All employees are expected to observe the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to clients, patients, the public and colleagues.

Person Specification

Ability to work as part of a team

Essential

• Demonstrates experience of positive team working

Experience or understanding of working with people with mental health issues

Essential

• Demonstrates understanding of the needs of inpatient service users

Interest in Occupational Therapy or use of Activity

Essential

• Understanding of the job role and the working environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Domain

Duties/Responsibilities

Clinical

To select and apply Occupational Therapy Assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the client in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.

To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work.

To undertake the OT assessment of clients using investigative and analytical skills to formulate individual treatment plans.

To accept clinical responsibility under supervision for a designated caseload some with complex presentations, prioritising need and taking on the role of Named Worker, where relevant.

To plan and implement client-centred, individual and group interventions, using clinical reasoning and a range of treatment interventions to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for clients in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.

To demonstrate an understanding of the effect of disability and recommend adaptations to the clients social and physical environment.

To provide occupational therapy services in working conditions which may be hazardous e.g exposure to body fluids, aggressive persons, visits to high risk areas and associated travel risks

To assess capacity gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To work with clients, carers and relatives who may have distressing social/clinical circumstances.

To act as advocate for clients, working in community facilities/organisations, enabling clients to access and participate in community activities.

Communication

To demonstrate effective communication skills with service users and carers, team members, Occupational Therapy colleagues and other agencies.

To develop presentation skills in a variety of settings

To develop skills in communicating complex sensitive and contentious information to clients and carers as appropriate.

To promote awareness of the role of Occupational Therapy within the team and other agencies

Documentation

To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards

To provide Occupational Therapy specific reports when appropriate

Professional ethics

To comply with the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and national and local policies and procedures

To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs

Leadership supervision & appraisal

To review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision, appraisal and Continuing Professional Development.

To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior staff as required.

To provide professional advice and mentoring to therapy colleagues and other staff

To take a lead on designated projects within the service area

Training staff & students

To plan and implement the induction, training and education of students and to participate in the planning and implementation of the education and training of other staff and volunteers

To be regularly responsible for the supervision and written assessment of Occupational Therapy students on practice placement within the Trust

Service development & delivery

To participate in the planning, evaluation, and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols in the service area.

To participate in the delivery of the Occupational Therapy /AHP Development plan.

Professional development

To apply skills and knowledge which reflect competence and fitness to practice as a Senior Occupational Therapist

To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio.

Clinical governance, quality, standards

To contribute to the Trust's clinical governance arrangements

To demonstrate understanding of national guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in mental health service provision.

To adhere to the principles of clinical governance and risk management and apply to the work situation.

Management

To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.

To co-ordinate day-to-day activities of junior staff/volunteers/Occupational Therapy students where applicable.

To be actively involved in the collation of appropriate data and statistics to inform team governance.

To deputise for the Clinical Lead OT as required

Research & practice development

To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research, apply to practice and disseminate findings at a local level.

To participate in local audit and research projects.

The post holder will be required:

To undertake any other duties which may be allocated by the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist in agreement with the Team Manager/Operational Manager within the general scope of the post and appropriate to the grade.

• To maintain existing skills and attend training in new skills as required, in order to develop and carry out the work of the Trust.
• It is the responsibility of all Trust employees to ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with best practice risk management.
• All employees are expected to observe the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to clients, patients, the public and colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• 2 years post registration experience as an OT
• Post registration experience relevant to clinical area as an Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• Supervision of junior staff and/or students

Knowledge

Essential

• Application of the Occupational Therapy process with designated client group
• Assessment and planning of therapy intervention
• Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance

Other

Essential

• Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

East Glade Community Mental Health Centre

1 East Glade Crescent

Sheffield

S12 4QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Clinical

To undertake occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the client in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.

To work with clients to identify OT goals as part of the overall care plan.

To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the client, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor and evaluate treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.

To undertake frequent therapeutic moving and handling of clients and equipment, utilising moderate physical effort within clinical and non clinical settings.

To work with clients, carers and relatives who may have distressing social/clinical circumstances.

To demonstrate an understanding of the effect of disability and recommend adaptations to the clients social and physical environment.

To provide occupational therapy services in working conditions which may be hazardous e.g. exposure to body fluids, aggressive persons, visits to high risk areas and associated travel risks.

Communication

To establish effective communication networks with users and carers, team members, OT colleagues and other agencies.

To participate or work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to decisions with regard to client care programmes.

To provide support and education to clients and carers regarding aspects of occupational therapy eg equipment fitting, rehab programmes.

To develop skills in communicating complex sensitive and contentious information to clients and carers as appropriate.

To promote awareness of the role of Occupational Therapy within the team and locally.

Documentation

To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.

Professional ethics

To comply with the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and national and local policies and procedures.

To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Leadership, supervision and appraisal

To review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal.

Training staff and students

To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting.

Service development and delivery

To participate in the planning, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within your area.

To participate in the delivery of the OT development plan.

Professional development

To apply acquired skills and knowledge of professional practice in order to develop fitness to practise as an OT.

To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD recording learning outcomes through participation in relevant development opportunities and achieve preceptorship.

Clinical governance, quality, standards

To contribute to the Sheffield Health Partnership University Trusts and teams clinical governance arrangements and quality agenda.

To demonstrate awareness and personal responsibility with regard to Health and Safety.

To demonstrate understanding of national guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care and their impact on service provision.

Self and resource management

To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.

To be responsible for maintaining stock, advising on resources to carry out the job, including the responsible management of petty cash as appropriate.

Research and practice development

To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research and apply to practice.

The post holder will be required:

• To undertake any other duties, which may be allocated by the Occupational Therapy Clinical Lead within the general scope of the post and appropriate to the grade.

• To work flexibly which can include evenings and weekends.

• To maintain existing skills and develop/receive training in new skills as required to carry out the work of the Trust.
• It is the responsibility of all Trust employees to ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with best practice risk management.
• All employees are expected to observe the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to service users, the public and colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to assess complex health and well being needs as an Occupational therapist
• Ability to develop monitor and review care/treatment plans to meet assessed need in relation to the post applied for
• Ability to keep accurate and concise records
• Basic knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
• The ability to monitor and prioritise own workload and work as an effective member of a team

Experience

Essential

• Participation in and documentation of continuing professional development
• Current and previous work experience relevant to the post applied for

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

G1 ward, Grenoside Grange

Salt Box Lane

Sheffield

S35 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification files for detailed information about the nature of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills including good command of written english
• Good organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• Knowledge of the role of a Speech and Language Therapist

Desirable

• Knowledge of communication assessment tools and therapeutic interventions for adults with learning disabilities and mental health difficulties

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Relevant foundation degree or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus A levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s)

Desirable

• Successful completion of relevant short course, including signing, intensive interaction, dysphagia awareness

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health care or educational setting
• Experience of working with adults with communication difficulties.

Desirable

• Experience of interacting with adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health difficulties

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To co-facilitate manualised group intervention(s) and provide 1-1 psychoeducation intervention where appropriate, under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.

Where required, to attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings and CPD that supports care delivery.

To have some direct contact with clients who experience significant mental health challenges, concurrent neurodivergence and/or may have experienced abuse or other traumatic events, and where the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Teaching, training and supervision

To receive regular management and clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.

To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.

To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care, including co-facilitating teaching on the Clinical Psychology Doctorate.

Service development

To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required.

To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

Research and service evaluation

To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist the qualified clinical psychologist in evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Working Environment

The service base is at the Porterbrook Clinic in the Nether Edge area of Sheffield. There may be some opportunity to work from home (hybrid work) by agreement.

The job role will involve working in situations where there may be distressed or escalated individuals with the risk of verbal or physical threat requiring implementation of risk management protocols.

Please note, this post will be open for 7 days until 24th Septemberso please submit your application at the earliest opportunity if you wish to be considered. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please only use the contact details below in exceptional circumstances where your query is not addressed in the advert, job description, or person specification. These contact details are intended solely for such queries and should not be used for general enquiries or to discuss your suitability for the role. If you are interested in the position, please submit an application through the advertised recruitment process. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of an upper second class honours degree in Psychology (or equivalent) with GBR
• Eligible for Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society (GBR)

Other

Essential

• Ability to work proactively, independently and consistently in line with the work agreed.

Desirable

• A desire to build a future career as a Clinical Psychologist within the NHS

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience of working with relevant client groups (for example those with gender diversity, mental health issues, neurodiversity, physical health issues etc)
• An understanding of some of the needs and difficulties of people who are gender diverse (e.g. via occupational and/or lived experience)
• An understanding of some of the needs and difficulties of people who are neurodiverse (e.g. via occupational and/or lived experience)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of being an active member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of carrying out service development work (audits, evaluations, training, project work)
• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Porterbrook Clinic

Osborne Rd

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification files for detailed information about the nature of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills including good command of written english
• Good organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• Knowledge of the role of a Speech and Language Therapist

Desirable

• Knowledge of communication assessment tools and therapeutic interventions for adults with learning disabilities and mental health difficulties

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Relevant foundation degree or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus A levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s)

Desirable

• Successful completion of relevant short course, including signing, intensive interaction, dysphagia awareness

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health care or educational setting
• Experience of working with adults with communication difficulties.

Desirable

• Experience of interacting with adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health difficulties

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Domain

Duties/Responsibilities

To select and apply occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the service user in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.

To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work.

To undertake the OT assessment of service users using investigative and analytical skills to formulate individual treatment plans.

To accept clinical responsibility under supervision for a designated caseload some with complex presentations prioritising need and taking on the role of co-ordinator where relevant.

To plan and implement service user centred individual and group interventions, using clinical reasoning and a range of treatment interventions to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for service users in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

To demonstrate an understanding of the effect of disability and recommend adaptations to the service users social and physical environment.

To provide occupational therapy services in working conditions which may be hazardous e.g., exposure to body fluids, aggressive persons, visits to high-risk areas and associated travel risks.

To assess capacity gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with service users who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To undertake therapeutic moving and handling of service users and equipment, utilising moderate physical effort within clinical and non clinical settings.

To work with service users, carers and relatives who may have distressing social/clinical circumstances.

Communication

To demonstrate effective communication skills with service users, carers, other health workers and agencies.

To develop presentation skills in a variety of settings.

To develop skills in communicating complex sensitive and contentious information to service users and carers as appropriate.

To promote awareness of the role of Occupational Therapy within the team and locally.

Documentation

To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and trust standards.

Professional ethics

To comply with the RCOT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and national and local policies and procedures.

To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of service users and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Leadership supervision & appraisal

To review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal.

To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior staff as delegated by a senior member of staff.

To demonstrate basic leadership skills through involvement in designated projects.

To support volunteers and Peer Support Work staff whilst on the ward.

To deputise for the Clinical Lead OT as required.

Training staff & students

To participate in the planning and implementation of the induction, training and education of students and other staff.

To be regularly responsible for the supervision and written assessment of occupational therapy students on practice placement within the trust.

Service development & delivery

To participate in the planning, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within the service area.

To participate in the delivery of the occupational therapy/ AHP development plan.

Professional development

To apply skills and knowledge to establish professional competence and fitness to practise as a senior occupational therapist.

To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio.

Clinical governance, quality, standards

To contribute to the trust and teams clinical governance arrangements.

To demonstrate understanding of national guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in mental health service provision.

To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management and apply to the work situation.

Management

To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.

To co-ordinate day-to-day activities of junior staff where applicable.

To be actively involved in the collation of appropriate data and statistics as required.

To deputise for the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist as required.

Research & practice development

To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research, apply to practice and disseminate findings at a local level.

To broaden research and development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to assess and prioritise health and wellbeing needs
• Knowledge of therapeutic models relating of Occupational Therapy within Mental health
• Ability to plan and manage caseload and to link with the other skills of teams members to promote best possible care

Desirable

• Previous work experience and knowledge of working with people with mental health needs
• Evidence of advance qualification
• Evidence of other relevant training

Experience

Essential

• Individual and group work experience
• Designing and delivering specialist intervention

Desirable

• Experience supervising and leading a team
• 2 or more years of mental health experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Rd, Nether Edge

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in audits relevant to pharmacy and in accordance with

clinical governance requirements.

Source new suppliers as part of the CMU (Commercial Medicines Unit)

Subject to the provision of appropriate training Maintain and update drug contracts.

Undertake training and development programmes as appropriate.

To participate in a rota of early, late, weekend and bank holiday working.

To travel across SHSC wards and outpatient areas as required to perform your relevant duties.

To promote the professional image of pharmacy by ensuring that the standard of dress and behaviour reflects the professional service provided by the department.

To participate in annual personal development review (PDR) and to agree to training objectives set.

To comply with trust policies including confidentiality, personal and patient safety.

Undergo further training as necessary and attend regular process reviews.

To assist and cover for other staff members in other areas within the department

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skilla

Essential

• Numerate and literate
• Trustworthy and Reliable
• Good interpersonal skills
• A willingness to be trained and participate in venepuncture. (B3)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Friendly and self-motivated
• Professional approach
• Ability to follow set procedures.
• Have good problem-solving skills.
• Previous and recent experience of working in a pharmacy
• Good interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Previous and recent experience of working in a hospital pharmacy.
• Computer literacy.
• Working in an administration role
• Experience of invoicing.
• Experience of working patient facing.
• Ability to drive and have access to a vehicle.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Desirable

• IT qualification
• Venepuncture training
• Invoicing training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary.
• Experience of working in a team.
• Experience of working on own initiative whilst adhering to SOP's.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care setting e.g. hospital.
• Experience of working with CMM/EPMA computer system

Other

Desirable

• Must be comfortable with the prospect of taking bloods from service users at SHSC after suitable training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department, Michael Carlisle Centre

OSBORNE ROAD

SHEFFIELD

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following represent a broad outline of tasks the post holder will be expected to perform in achieving their key result areas. These are not intended as a fixed list of duties. The post holder will, under the direction of the Chief Pharmacist or senior pharmacist, perform whatever duties are reasonably necessary to achieve the job purpose and the overall safe provision of pharmacy services throughout the Trust.

1. Working predominantly within designated multidisciplinary teams, provide a clinical pharmacy service to teams in order to ensure pharmacological treatment provides best outcomes for service users and is in line with nationally agreed standards for best practice.
2. Support designated multidisciplinary teams to develop safe and effective medicines related practice. Aid teams to develop and adhere to medicines related Standard Operating Procedures
3. Develop and maintain relationships within designated multidisciplinary team(s) in order to ensure service users care plans, reflect the best use of pharmacological treatments.
4. Support the delivery of clinical pharmacy services to other areas of the Trust.
5. Promote the safe use of medication throughout the Trust and wider health community.
6. Provide advice to service users and where relevant, carers on the best use of their medicines. Work with individual service users, carers or groups or to help achieve best outcomes from pharmacological treatments.
7. Advise medical, nursing and other staff on medicine related problems and medicines optimisation.
8. Perform specialist mental health medication reviews, reviewing and advising on the management of service users receiving complex pharmacological treatments or not responding to existing treatments. Where appropriate collaborate with other health care providers to ensure that physical health considerations are encompassed.
9. Participate in SHSC drug information systems and provide expert advice on medication related queries to healthcare professionals, patients and carers.
10. Deputise for the senior pharmacists when necessary.
11. Responsibility for clinical and other checks within the dispensary, and to act as Responsible Pharmacist. Advise of the legal aspects of prescribing and the clarity and accuracy of prescriptions
12. Responsibility to act as a pharmacist for the purposes of the 2012 Human Medicines Regulations and other statutory instruments
13. Participate in data collection/audits and clinical trials.
14. Participate in the systems and processes which will ensure compliance with the requirements laid down by CQC or other regulatory bodies.
15. Participate in department systems to implement any MHRA or other medicines alerts
16. Support medicines management training and development within SHSC
17. Undertake mandatory and other training as required by the trust.
18. When appropriate, supervise teach and assess junior pharmacy staff, technicians, and students.

Service Development

1. Support developments in services under the direction of the senior pharmacy team.
2. Support development and implementation of new processes and procedures.
3. Under supervision, implement policies and propose changes to practices and procedures
4. Support senior pharmacists to implement training developments, adapt training materials and organise and deliver training.

Person Specification

Tranining and Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent pharmacy degree
• Hold current registration as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Hold a relevant post-registration qualification such as Diploma in Mental Health Pharmacy, or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or working towards it

Desirable

• Ability to work towards Membership of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy, or equivalent
• Good Clinical Practice certificate

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Have a high level of clinical pharmacy skills and knowledge and be able to apply this to work in mental health
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare
• Be able to develop own role and manage new initiatives
• Be computer literate and have the ability to learn to use a variety of electronic notes and prescribing systems
• Effective time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

• Have an interest in mental health pharmacy across the spectrum of healthcare settings
• Knowledge of relevant clinical guidelines and their application to best practice
• Knowledge of recent developments in mental health practice or equivalent specialities, including learning disability and substance misuse
• Demonstrated ability to work with other professional team members in secondary care

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience in evidence-based clinical pharmacy practice
• Evidence of working as part of a clinical team

Desirable

• Experience of clinical pharmacy practice in mental health
• Previous secondary care (hospital) pharmacy practice
• Evidence of the application of clinical guidelines to practice

other

Essential

• Be conscientious and methodical in their approach to work
• Be flexible, adaptable and responsive regarding changes in practice
• Be able to travel to all areas of the Trust in a timely and effective manner
• Flexible working to undertake late duties, weekend /Bank holiday work and on-call commitment
• Effective time management 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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road, Nether Edge

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Improvement in quality of reports and learning from medicines related incidents. Sharing learning and supporting embedding of best practice within teams.

2. Supporting the Chief Pharmacist in ensuring that effective medicines management and medicines safety systems operate throughout the Trust, including implementation of any MHRA or other medicines alerts.

3. Contribute to the governance functions of the pharmacy service by critically appraising emerging clinical evidence, coordinating clinical audits, developing and reviewing clinical guidelines and evaluating new medicines.

4. Lead on pharmacy audits and also the use of medicines in accordance with best practice, e.g. POMH.

5. Provide good and comprehensive specialist clinical pharmacy services to designated teams in order to ensure pharmacological treatment is in line with national standards and to achieve best outcomes with medicines.

6. Support the delivery of specialist clinical pharmacy services to other areas of the Trust.

7. Advise medical, nursing and other staff on pharmaceutical or therapeutic problems and promote the rational prescribing and use of medicines.

8. Participate in and support the development of departmental clinical medicines information systems and answer queries resulting from medicines use within the Trust.

9. In conjunction with other senior pharmacists, deputise for the Chief Pharmacist or deputy, as appropriate.

10. Develop and maintain personal expertise in the use of medicines, to enable practise as a specialist pharmacist.

11. Work towards or continue membership of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy.

12. Review and advise on the management of service users receiving complex pharmacological treatments or not responding to existing treatments.

13. Monitor and advise on the pharmacological management of patients who fall outside of or are not covered by national guidance or guidelines.

14. Produce and review policies, guidelines and SOPs associated with the use of medicines within the Trust.

15. Participate in governance meetings within the pharmacy meetings and within designated community or in-patient team.

16. Responsibility for encouraging cost-effective prescribing of medicines.

17. Responsibility for monitoring medicines expenditure within area of responsibility.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Trainee pharmacist mentor/ DP/ DSS experience
• Prescriber
• Diploma completed

Desirable

• certificate in psychiatry
• membership to RPS or CMHP
• Teaching qualification

audit

Essential

• Lead an audit
• analytical skill , and awareness of audit cycle

Desirable

• Supported in a national audit eg POMH

Experience

Essential

• mental health experience at least 2 years
• experience in hospital
• training experience of other professionals

Desirable

• experience in running own clinics
• developing training material

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S119BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principal duties

The post holder will be responsible for working within a team to process and respond to requests as required under the Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018, the Access to Health Records Act 1990 and the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Responsible for monitoring the Access to Records mailbox to ensure all requests are responded to within the required legal timescales.

Responsible for logging, coordinating and monitoring Information Rights requests received both electronically and via post. To check that the relevant criteria has been met, e.g. confirming that the requester is entitled to receive the information they have requested and that they hold the relevant documentation.

Provide first line support and point of contact for enquiries, handling incoming/ outgoing communications/ sensitive data/ issues from Senior Managers, staff and other organisations with empathy and in a confidential manner

Required to keep up to date and comprehensive progress notes on the case management system, providing an accurate audit trail of all actions undertaken throughout the lifecycle of each request.

Responsible for own caseload working flexibly ensuring all requests are responded to within locally defined KPIs and the required legal timescales.

Be proficient when responding to both internal/external enquiries received, guiding the requester through the relevant process/procedure.

Responsible for checking a range of Trust clinical and corporate systems to confirm that the information is held on an individual held by the Trust.

Responsible for downloading medical records as appropriate and then creating a shareable electronic file (in readiness for transferring via the secure file transfer system) or preparing paper copies as requested.

Responsible for adhering to the Trusts and Departments procedures, on handling requests at all times.

Identify complex matters that will need the involvement of the Information Rights Team Leader and/or IG Manager or DPO and to then follow their guidance received.

Escalate requests where necessary to the Information Rights Team Leader and monitor and provide regular progress updates. This includes information requests which are likely to breach the statutory timescale, to provide relevant information to as to the cause and to consider solutions.

To resolve any queries relating to the information being requested; responding to initial concerns raised.

Responsible for collating and checking all information that will be sent out of the Department in response to the request received, that it does not include third party information, ensuring it is redacted and applying any exemptions. This includes ensuring a serious harm test has been completed by an appropriate health professional and redactions applied.

Undertake a variety of analytical and administrative work relating to the wider Information Rights portfolio. In addition, they will be required to undertake some administrative tasks; co-ordinating meetings and maintaining up to date document repositories for the Team.

To foster good working relationships with colleagues and where necessary arrange meetings with Clinicians or Trust FOI Leads.

To participate in department development and continuous improvement ethos and participate in departmental meetings.

To work on tasks that support the trust to achieve Data and Security Toolkit (DSPT) compliance.

Any other duties and tasks as may be required, appropriate to the level of the post

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, Common Law Duty of Confidentiality and Access to Health Records Act 1990.
• oAbility to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• oProven effective communication skills both verbally and written with attention to detail.
• oComputer literate - general knowledge base and keyboard skills.
• oExcellent organisational skills
• oAbility to work under pressure to a high standard of output
• oAbility to plan and organise own workload with minimum supervision under own initiative and prioritise between competing demands
• oAbility to develop good working relationships with a multidisciplinary team
• oExcellent analytical skills, interpretation and reviewing skills
• oExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals including staff and service users

Desirable

• oAdaptable to changes required to carry out the role; e.g. Change in legislation/internal procedures (continuous improvement)
• oExperience of using Clinical Systems e.g. RiO, SystmOne

training and qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to GCSE or equivalent (to include English & Maths)
• oLevel 3 - NVQ or equivalent relevant experience
• oAbility and willingness to undertake additional personal training relevant to role.
• oEvidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• oECDL
• oInformation Governance Qualification

Experience

Essential

• oTeam working
• oExperience of working with Health Records and knowledge & understanding of current records management guidance
• oExperience of working in a customer focussed environment
• oExperience of processing/handling sensitive, complex information
• oExperience of handling difficult conversations & sensitive information with a wide spectrum of people, i.e, staff & members of the public
• oWorking within legal timeframes/deadlines

Desirable

• oExperience of using Clinical Systems/EPR
• oExperience of working on Information Rights requests

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wardsend Road

Wardsend Road North

Sheffield

S6 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Recovery Mental Health Worker will support the delivery of effective, recovery-focused mental health interventions for individuals accessing the Urgent and Crisis Team. The post holder will act as the second practitioner during crisis assessments, supporting clinicians to identify social, practical, emotional and recovery-focused needs and contributing to the overall assessment of an individual's circumstances.

The role includes delivering brief interventions and structured follow-up support within the 72-hour follow-up pathway. This will involve engaging with service users through telephone and face-to-face contact, utilising active listening, solution-focused approaches and motivational techniques to help individuals manage periods of distress, develop coping strategies and access appropriate support networks.

The post holder will liaise with a wide range of professionals and agencies to facilitate referrals, coordinate interventions and ensure continuity of care. They will promote recovery, independence, social inclusion and positive wellbeing by supporting individuals to engage with community-based services and resources relevant to their needs.

The Senior Recovery Mental Health Worker will maintain accurate and timely electronic records, undertake risk identification and escalation, comply with safeguarding responsibilities and work in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards. They will contribute to multidisciplinary team working, reflective practice, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives whilst supporting colleagues and providing informal guidance to Recovery Workers where appropriate.

The post holder will demonstrate flexibility, initiative and professionalism, maintaining a strong commitment to person-centred care, continuous learning and the Trust values of working together, being respectful and kind, being inclusive, and keeping improving

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• oKnowledge and experience of recovery-focused mental health practice.
• oKnowledge of safeguarding adults and children
• oAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• oAbility to engage with people experiencing mental health distress.
• oAbility to undertake risk identification and appropriately escalate concerns.
• oGood organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a Mental health community setting

Training and qualifications

Essential

• oNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent relevant qualification, or equivalent experience.
• oCommitment to ongoing training and professional development.

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
• oExperience of providing support in a health, social care, community or voluntary sector setting.
• oExperience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• oExperience within mental health crisis, urgent care or community mental health services.
• oExperience delivering brief interventions
• oExperience of working within NHS services.
• oExperience signposting to mental health services

Other

Essential

• oAbility to travel across the Trust area.
• oFlexible approach to working patterns to meet service needs.
• oAbility to work independently and as part of a team.
• oCompetent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic patient record systems.
• Has own car and driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Longley Centre

Norwood Grange Drive

Sheffield

S5 7JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The provision of an effective admin service to clinical staff and wider multi-disciplinary team including typing of letters, reports, email, audio transcription and completion of appropriate forms in SystmOne.

Deal with incoming correspondence, checking information received and responding where appropriate.

Maintain an electronic diary and personal appointment system for the clinicians as required

Organise meetings, booking rooms/venues, arranging hospitality etc.

Support meetings chaired or attended by clinicians and to be sensitive to the issues under discussion, preparing notes/agendas and taking minutes as requested. Meetings may involve internal and external participants.

You will be expected to attend a face-to-face meeting for PCMH triage once per week which will be office based. You will therefore need to be able to travel.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• oGood standard of education at GCSE level or higher
• oRSA 3 Word Processing/Typewriting or equivalent.
• oTraining to Vocational Level 3 in business admin or equivalent level of experience.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of SystmOne system.

Behaviour and Values

Essential

• oResponsible approach to dealing with confidential issues.
• oAbility to adapt to varying demands of the job role.
• oAbility to work flexibly with colleagues to meet the needs of the service.

Experience

Essential

• oPrevious admin/secretarial experience gained in a similar role.
• oAble to work under pressure in a changing environment.

Desirable

• oExperience of working in an NHS/healthcare environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Distington House

atlas Way

Sheffield

S4 7QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake routine physical health interventions and monitoring, including venepuncture, blood sampling, ECGs, Clozapine Assays, and the recording of physical health observations such as blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight. The post holder will not be responsible for the interpretation of blood test or ECG results.

Deliver health promotion and wellbeing interventions, providing advice and support relating to healthy eating, physical activity, smoking cessation, and substance misuse. Facilitate referrals to appropriate services and agencies in partnership with service users.

Ensure that follow-up appointments and reviews are arranged promptly and in accordance with NICE guidance, local protocols, and individual clinical need.

Communicate the outcomes of physical health screening and monitoring to GPs and Primary Care Networks (PCNs), highlighting any concerns and escalating issues appropriately when required.

Contribute to the safe and effective management of clinical environments by maintaining stock levels, coordinating the ordering of supplies, ensuring the safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste, undertaking equipment checks (including defibrillators), and supporting the maintenance and calibration of physical health equipment. Signpost service users to appropriate services, including Primary Care Mental Health Teams (PCMHT) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

Develop and maintain positive therapeutic relationships with service users while working within professional boundaries.

Encourage and support service users to actively engage in their agreed care plans and access relevant health, social care, and community-based services.

Implement agreed programmes of care in collaboration with service users and carers, under the guidance and supervision of an identified healthcare professional.

Monitor service users' progress, functioning, and mental state, recognising and reporting early warning signs of relapse or deterioration to the appropriate members of the care team.

Participate in the evaluation and review of care delivered, contributing to continuous improvements in service quality and outcomes.

Recognise and respond to the needs of carers, providing information, support, and signposting as appropriate.

Promote physical health and wellbeing as part of a holistic approach to recovery and person-centred care.

Support the planning, facilitation, and delivery of therapeutic, social, and recovery-focused group activities that enhance engagement, wellbeing, and social inclusion.

Person Specification

Technical skills

Essential

• oExcellent written & verbal communication skills with the ability to understand & follow care pathways, to write & record accurate information in a prompt & timely manner & to have basic IT skills.
• oA caring confident attitude with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary environment & to highlight risks within the community setting & those associated with lone working
• oDemonstrate an interest & commitment to ongoing development of the role, with the ability to identify personal development needs whilst actively participating in appraisal & clinical supervision
• oDemonstrate an interest in the entire client group with the ability to respond to the individual rights/needs/opinions of the service user

Desirable

• oKnowledge of current issues affecting people with serious mental illness.
• oKnowledge of Early Interventions service and care pathway.

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• oMaths and English GCSE or equivalent (e.g. functional skills; ENIC)
• oVocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma).
• oTraining in Phlebotomy, conducting ECG's, & physical health monitoring i.e. BP, Pulse, sats.

Experience

Essential

• oAt least 2 years previous experience of working with people across the age range, with varying mental health needs.

Desirable

• oEvidence of working effectively as part of a multi- disciplinary team working within acute mental health services.
• oExperience of working in the community/people's own homes.
• oExperience of working in Children and Young People's mental health services.

Other

Essential

• Full clean driving license
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Able to accept instructions from senior staff and show initiative when appropriate.

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

East Glade

1 East Glade Crescent

Sheffield

S12 4QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertake reception duties as appropriate, including dealing with the public over the telephone and face to face.
• To maintain patients records and appointments to a high degree of confidentiality.
• To clearly communicate orally with members of the public where there may be barriers of understanding.
• To undertake typing and produce documents as appropriate, using PC based word processing, spreadsheets, and data-based packages.
• To undertake general office duties including filing, document control, document scanning and photocopying.
• To process all incoming and outgoing mail including emails.
• To process booking courses and workshops offered by the service.
• To provide administration support for courses and workshops, collating materials and preparing registers.
• To provide relief cover for other members of the administration team as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate level of all stationery and stock.
• To facilitate room bookings for clinicians and staff as required.
• Assist in the closure of the building on behalf of all teams.

Person Specification

Grades

Essential

• Grades

Desirable

• Admin courses

Practical Exercise

Essential

• Empathy/compassion

Desirable

• Understanding of clients with ASD/ADHD

NHS

Essential

• NHS Experience

Desirable

• Administration

Practical test

Essential

• Communication

Desirable

• Knowledge of service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Adult Autism Neurodelopmental Service

Lyndhurst Road

Sheffield

S11 9BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Dispensing
• ACT
• Ward Top-ups
• Support the clozapine Lead with the running of Clozapine.
• To maintain CPD
• Involvement with department Quality Improvement.
• Willing to travel to all sites at SHSC
• Dispensing and checking of Clinical Trials.
• Subject to the provision of appropriate training, participate in the provision of phlebotomy services to SHSC, including training in using and operating the POCHI machine.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Previous and recent experience of working in a pharmacy
• Effective communication
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Friendly and self-motivated
• Professional approach
• Ability to follow set procedures
• Have good problem-solving skills
• Numerate and literate
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Good interpersonal skill
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
• Experience of work involving patient contact
• Computer literacy
• Be willing to participate in the provision of phlebotomy services to SHSC, including training in using and operating the POCHI machine.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a recognised pharmacy technician qualification e.g. NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
• Registration with GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician

Desirable

• Accuracy checking qualification
• An indication of CPD

Experience

Essential

• Previous pharmacy experience

Desirable

• Having worked with the CMM/EPMA computer system
• Have experience of computerised pharmacy systems and an understanding of IT systems in current pharmacy use
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience

Other

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a conscientious and methodical way of working.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changes in working practice.
• Able to demonstrate a willingness to travel to undertake work in other Trust units throughout the city.
• An understanding of working with mentally ill clients

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department, Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess plan implement and evaluate programmes of care. To work as a member of a team helping to support student nurses, support staff and more junior members of staff.

Key Result Areas:

Clinical & Patient Care

1. To ensure that comprehensive nursing assessments are carried out for all assigned patients, reflecting patients identified needs.
2. To ensure that each allocated patient has a comprehensive, clear and up to date plan of care, with specified objectives, designed to meet the individuals identified care needs.
3. To ensure that patient care is delivered in a manner consistent with available local guidelines relating to care pathways
4. To ensure patients are aware of the content of their care plans, and have contributed to their development and evaluation
5. Undertake where applicable appropriate decision making in relation to the Mental Health Act, and Code of Practice with regard to patient care, for both detained and informal patients as influenced by risk assessments and MDT decision making.
6. Undertake appropriate action and decision making in relation to the Mental Capacity act and DOLS as part of the MDT approach.
7. To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress or those with complex & ongoing mental health issues.
8. To take positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines
9. To ensure that an appropriate therapeutic environment is maintained
10. To ensure that practice in relation to medicines is in line with local guidelines, individual professional requirements and responsibilities, and ensures individual patient involvement, engagement and concordance
11. As a member of the Team, to contribute to providing a quality environment for patients in relation to safety, dignity, comfort and day to day activities
12. Take active and positive approaches to supporting and encouraging patients with their dietary needs
13. Assist medical staff with routine examinationsProfessional
14. To use relevant information in support of patient care and care planning, including available electronic information systems.
15. To contribute to the audit of care plans on a regular basis using an established audit tool.
16. To audit care plans on a regular basis using an established audit tool.
17. To ensure that the care given is regularly and thoroughly evaluated against the objectives in order that the effectiveness of care plans can be maintained.
18. Ensure that their practice remains within the boundaries set by local and national policy, the NMC and statute law.Learning & Development
19. During and upon completion of Preceptorship, (where supervised accordingly) to actively develop skills and experiences in relation to;
    • functioning as the nurse in charge and shift co-ordinator
    • risk assessment processes
    • risk management planning
20. To participate with colleagues in the promotion of an active learning environment in order to maintain and develop high standards of professional and clinical practice.
21. To support the development of junior staff and learners, through effective role modelling, mentorship (for students/ learners), supervision and professional leadership.
22. To participate in own supervision, annual appraisals and personal development planning
23. To undertake necessary essential training, (for example life support, general health and safety, prevention and management of violence and aggression) over a suitable period of time, and additional training as identified in support of clinical and professional development.Management & Team Working
24. Take charge of the shift, occasionally, in the absence of a more senior nurse
25. To exercise proper and effective leadership within the shift team.
26. To contribute to and participate in developing approaches and initiatives relating to clinical governance, audit and service development
27. Liaise closely with all colleagues to ensure co-operation in all areas of work.
28. To understand relevant Trust and Care Group policies and procedures, applying them in practice and informing senior colleagues of issues arising from their implementation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current NMC registration or awaiting PIN
• Evidence professional development

Desirable

• Mentorship/Practise Assessor qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Have the ability & knowledge of working therapeutically with service users who have complex mental health needs
• Excellent communication & listening skills.
• A good knowledge & understanding of recovery-focused and trauma informed care
• Competent in medicines management
• IT literacy & the ability to write in a clear concise and eligible manner
• Ability to remain calm & confident in stressful situations that may arise within a mental health setting
• Ability to work within & contribute to the multi disciplinary team

Desirable

• Appreciation of current practice, research, evidence-based practice and national policy
• Ability to contribute to service development & initiatives

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an adult mental Health setting
• Experience of risk assessment & risk management
• Experience of care-planning and evaluation using a person centred care approach
• Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team
• Experience of managing complex mental health presentations

Desirable

• Experience of working with families and carers in complex situations
• Experience of discharge planning and liaising with community & social services

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northlands Community Health Centre

Southy Hill,

Sheffield

S5 8BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General requirements and principal duties

1. Observe and promote the Trusts policies and procedures including those in respect of conduct, health and safety and equality of opportunities.
2. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, attending relevant events and learning from good practice elsewhere.
3. Cover the work of other Performance Analysts as required.
4. Partner with stakeholders up to and including general manager level.
5. Effectively manage own workload, deadlines and priorities.
6. Manage requests from multiple stakeholders while maintaining positive relationships.
7. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant clinical and corporate services, stakeholders, processes and systems.
8. Demonstrate a commitment to the Trusts organisational vision and values.Reporting, Business Intelligence and Analytics
9. Support colleagues (up to general manager level) to make the best use of EPR data and performance information.
10. Develop and maintain an understanding of key data sources, data flows and architecture, data warehouse and tabular model, existing data reporting of the Trust, and relevant national and regional benchmarking.
11. Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of the NHS Oversight Framework, commissioner/contractual information reporting requirements and performance against these, CQC registration requirements, national best practice standards and local SHPU targets and objectives.
12. Proactively identify the information reporting and analytics needs of the organisation and add these to the relevant work plan.
13. Elicit detailed reporting requirements from a range of stakeholders by understanding the context of their request. Negotiate changes based on technical/data quality limitations. In conjunction with Senior Performance Analysts, explore opportunities to enhance reports beyond the original specification in line with the context. Document and validate with stakeholders.
14. Work with the Data Warehouse Team to ensure that regularly and/or frequently used metrics are constructed in the data warehouse and tabular model as appropriate.
15. Develop accurate, up-to-date and useful self-service reports that have a professional look and feel, are easy to use, are updated as required and are decommissioned when no longer needed.
16. Use appropriate solutions in line with the Trusts strategic technical direction, escalating exceptions to a Senior Performance Analyst.
17. Publish refreshable reports in line with the change management process.
18. Maintain and improve documentation using approved tools.
19. Support stakeholders up to general manager level to use performance information for decision making, performance management, research and service improvement.
20. Produce information reports on an ad hoc basis.
21. Employ a range of techniques to analyse information that is sometimes complex from a variety of sources. Pragmatically mitigate data quality challenges.
22. Present insights verbally and in writing in an easy-to-understand way to stakeholders with different levels of data literacy, making straightforward recommendations that guide decision making.
23. Keep up to date with new techniques, methods and technologies. Be receptive to suggestions and new ways of working as agreed within the team.
24. Ensure that metrics are reported in line with national information standards and, where not available, make suggestions to Senior Performance Analysts for how these should be defined.
25. Use established techniques for more advanced analytical techniques which deliver predictive and prescriptive analytics within a framework defined by Senior and Lead Performance Analysts.
26. Support clinical and corporate teams to access, understand and interpret clinical data.
27. Provide advice and guidance in relation to performance information and analysis across the Trust.Data Quality
28. Promote high data quality throughout the Trust and support the production and maintenance of systems, processes and training that improve the quality of data.
29. Report on the availability and quality of data.Performance Measurement, Monitoring and Management
30. Apply the Performance Improvement Framework to SHPU teams.
31. Produce performance reports including team level governance reports. Contribute to the Integrated Performance and Quality Report (IPQR).
32. Develop a good understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and make suggestions for changes.
33. Develop and maintain robust documentation including action logs, recovery plans and exception reports.
34. Use automatically generated statistical process control (SPC) charts to identify when performance is deteriorating or below target and not improving, and track improvements in line with recovery plans.
35. Use capacity and demand models to support performance improvement.
36. Contribute to the production and updating of recovery plans.
37. Support the effective running of performance meetings including the writing, recording and tracking of actions.
38. Contribute to the collation of benchmarking datasets.
39. Triangulate business plans, risks, projects, programme, QI, and service development with performance measurement, monitoring and management.Communication and Relationships
40. Operate effectively in a flexible and demanding environment, proactively engaging with internal and external colleagues.
41. Establish and implement effective working relationships and communications with:Data Warehouse, EPR Configuration and other Digital teams,Clinical Directorates Leadership Team, particularly Heads of Service and General ManagersQuality directorate teams,Strategy and Planning Department, including Programme Management Office,Finance and People directorates.

1. Input using a keyboard and mouse and access service user case notes for the purpose of auditing.
2. Undertake frequent, prolonged, and intense concentration in analysing complex information/data and while undertaking complex calculation and detailed analysis of statistics produced.
3. Work in all areas of the Trust (clinical and non-clinical) and work with clinical information such as service users case notes, incidents, serious untoward incidents, complaints and claims for the purpose of understanding the context of information reporting and performance management.
4. Frequently travel to the different Trust sites to meet with colleagues face to face and develop understanding of clinical and corporate functions.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of statistical/numerical techniques and procedures acquired through degree level qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Use of data visualisation software, ideally Microsoft Power BI
• Problem solving skills and the ability to respond to sudden and unexpected priorities

Experience

Essential

• Presenting findings verbally and in writing
• Analysing complex information from a variety of sources
• Measuring, monitoring and supporting the management of performance

Other

Essential

• Ability to build strong working relationships with clinical and corporate colleagues

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wardsend Road North

45 Wardsend Road North

Sheffield

S6 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute towards and promote the coordination of relevant statutory and non-statutory health and social care services in order to optimise patient benefits and adhere to local and national guidelines and legislation

To work as an autonomous practitioner and as a lone worker in the community.

To exercise a degree of professional autonomy and make clinical judgements to satisfy the expectations and demands of the role and to practice within agreed protocols to support the client group to provide a single accessible service.

To undertake any other duties, which may be allocated by the Team Manager within the general scope of the post, and appropriate to the grade, after negotiation, adequate training and appropriate supervision (e.g. lead projects to review and improve service delivery)

Clinical

To accept clinical responsibility for clients with varied challenges requiring advanced clinical reasoning and specialist therapeutic intervention and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To independently manage and accept clinical responsibility for a designated specialist caseload of adult clients with complex presentation, prioritising need and working in conjunction with other members of the team and seeking support as required.

To demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise in approach to assessment, treatment planning, intervention, clinical reasoning

To undertake comprehensive and specialist assessments of clients using investigative and analytical skills in order to make a differential diagnosis and to formulate individualised treatment plans

To contribute to the decision making about the treatment, planning and long term management of individual clients as an integral member of the Long Term Neurological Conditions Inter/Multi-Disciplinary Team as well as highlighting ongoing risk and recommendations for future care across statutory and non-statutory services.

To plan, organise and deliver group therapeutic activities where appropriate, co-ordinated with other members of the team, taking into account clients physical cognitive and psychological capabilities.

To monitor, modify and evaluate treatment in order to measure outcomes and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date clinical and non-clinical documentation e.g. written and electronic records and activity data in line with legal and departmental requirements.

To provide specialist reports and care plans to the client, relatives, statutory and non-statutory services which reflect detailed specialist knowledge and accurate communication of complex condition-related information in multi-agency settings relevant to the practice area.

To complete risk assessments and plans in order to identify and manage risk and respond appropriately, such that the risk is reduced e.g. suicide, criminal proceedings and substance misuse issues.

To undertake appropriate therapeutic handling and moving within clinical and non-clinical settings. This may involve bending, kneeling or frequent repetitive activities often in confined and restrictive spaces. And to provide education for safe usage of equipment to clients, families, carers and other service providers as appropriate

To work with clients, carers and relatives who may have distressing social/clinical circumstances, often imparting complex or difficult information.

To provide therapy services in working conditions which may be hazardous e.g. exposure to body fluids, aggressive persons, visits to high risk areas, visits to situations of conflict and other associated risks.

To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of the post holders work in all community settings and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of the work area, including prompt recording and reporting of incidents and accidents to senior staff, completing risk assessments and ensuring that equipment use is safe.

To be responsible for equipment used in clinical duties and to adhere to departmental policy, including competent use of equipment, safe use of equipment and teaching, training or supervision of practice with clients, carers or other services

To assess capacity with support as required, gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To demonstrate skills in receiving and communicating complex, sensitive or contentious information to clients and carers, who may have barriers to understanding in order to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of conditions.

To provide spontaneous and planned advice, education and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals and external agencies to promote understanding of the aims of the rehabilitation package to ensure a consistent approach to client care and treatment e.g. moving and handling and management of risks. To deal with initial verbal complaints sensitively avoiding escalation where possible.

To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory senses for assessment and manual treatment of clients.

Leadership

To be responsible for the overall planning, co-ordination and allocation of work for the post holders discipline. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the clients on the caseload and support more junior staff to do likewise.

To provide effective leadership, performance management, supervision guidance and appraisal for junior staff.

To delegate and monitor clinical duties to therapists and or assistants ensuring that they have appropriate knowledge, understanding and are competent to work autonomously within the community

Service Development

• To lead and manage designated projects in relation to operational planning and implementation of policy and service development within LTNC services.

• To undertake research and audit projects relevant to LTNC services. To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date data and statistics for the use of the department

• To comply with the requirements of SHPU in relation to policy, governance and legislation and to review and update policy and procedure as appropriate e.g. infection control, information governance etc.
• Professional

• To ensure client confidentiality when dealing with complex cases, multiple agencies and the community setting.
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including confidentiality, note writing and in line with professional codes of conduct.
• To promote awareness of the role of the post holders profession within the team, trust, locally and nationally.
• To train, supervise and assess students from Higher Education institutions and work collaboratively towards standards of clinical and professional tutoring.
• To comply with the requirements of HCPC and relevant professional body CSP
• To participate in and lead as appropriate the staff appraisal scheme, Personal Development Plan (PDP), LTNC staff induction, provide clinical and professional supervision to junior staff and provide ongoing training programmes for staff.
• To comply with requirements for Clinical supervision and professionally reflect on ethical issues through evidence collected in relevant professional portfolio.
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Person Specification

knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge of LTNC in a relevant clinical specialty (e.g. MS,PD, MND, degenerative diseases, mental health, social care) and an ability to apply this in community setting
• Knowledge of a broad range of conditions both acute and deteriorating, affecting client group in the recovery, re-enablement and future care planning pathway
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
• Ability to work as part of a team building effective working relationships

Desirable

• A working knowledge of the needs of clients with mental health issues
• A working knowledge of the needs of clients with social care issues

training and qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy.
• Current HCPC registration and relevant Professional Body Registration ( CSP).
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous Professional Development via personal development plans/file.
• Training from Higher Education Institution for graduate student supervision.

Desirable

• First line management / Leadership course at masters level
• Relevant validated clinical courses to Masters level or equivalent knowledge / experience

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience in clinical speciality within the NHS
• Experience of supervising / managing / developing junior staff, rehabilitation assistants through PDR and teaching.
• Experience of audit and application and interpretation of outcome measures.

Desirable

• Previous experience at Specialist level
• Experience of involvement in service development
• Involvement in research

Other

Essential

• Meet health requirements of the Trust.
• Due to the requirement to undertake visits and transport non-portable equipment, the post holder is required to be either a car driver with a valid driving licence, or have access to an alternative means of transport

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

LTNC building

Albert Terrace Rd

Sheffield

S6 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support Worker Band 3 - based at Forest Lodge

Job purpose: Under the direction of the qualified member of staff, to provide appropriate levels of care and support as outlined in the relevant care plan. Will regularly work under guidance but without the direct supervision of a qualified staff.

Responsible to:

Matron/Ward Manager

Qualifications:

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent (e.g. functional skills; ENIC)
• Vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)
• 2 years experience as a Health Care Support Worker

Key result areas: To implement identified plans of care for assigned patients under the direction/supervision of a qualified staff to meet the needs of the individuals identified care needs.

To report actions and/or observations on patient care of behaviour to a qualified nurse so that a thorough evaluation of care can take place.

To report untoward occurrences immediately to a qualified nurse so that a reassessment of care needs can be undertaken.

To undertake general duties assigned by a qualified nurse so that high standards of service delivery can be maintained.

In conjunction with the patients to plan appropriate menus, and assist with purchasing and catering to the extent that this is required by the ability of the individual patient.

To be able to demonstrate the approach needed to involve individual patients in activities and explain the reasons for this.

To develop a group activity relevant to the area with patients and monitor and evaluate its effectiveness. This will be under the guidance of qualified staff but not directly supervised. The post holder will produce written aims and objectives of their chosen group activity prior to the commencement of the group and provide regular updates and evaluation reports to the ward manager and/or supervisor.

The post holder will be responsible for documenting details of the patients participation in the care plan.

To involve patients in a wide range of appropriate activities using local facilities where available.

To involve the patients as much as possible in day to day decision making, bearing in mind the principles of advocacy and self-advocacy.

To enable the patient to maintain contact with friends and relatives by encouraging visits and assisting with letter writing. Experience has shown that staff who have low expressed emotion engage more effectively with clients.

To accompany the patient on outings and other arranged visits.

All employees are expected to observe the Trusts policies relating to risk

Management, in particular staff should: -

• Be aware of the principles of risk management
• Adopt appropriate practice to reduce risk to themselves and others

There is a requirement that the postholder will undergo regular supervision and annual appraisal.

All employees are expected to observe the trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to the public and fellow employees.

In fulfilling these tasks the potholder will be expected to be familiar with the local policies and procedures especially in respect of Health and Safety, Confidentiality and Fire.

This job profile is presented in general terms and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The post holder will be expected to regularly review this with their line manager.

Other Duties

The main focus of the role is to respond to and satisfy the above requirements and needs. If in addition to this it is considered appropriate, other duties may be undertaken by the post-holder consistent with the Band of the post

You should be comfortable in the use of computer technology, have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email. Daily use of a car is essential.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 2 Years experience working as a HCA in an acute and or forensic setting
• Experience of working with people who have complex & enduring mental health issues
• Experience of managing discussion groups with patients, co-ordination of activities and social inclusion/escorts

Desirable

• A basic awareness and understanding of psychosocial interventions, Mindfulness CBT DBT approaches anxiety management

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent (e.g. functional skills; ENIC)
• Cavendish Care Certificate or vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)
• Willingness to attend training and development opportunities

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• The ability to build and sustain therapeutic relationships with patients at a level appropriate to their needs.
• To have the ability to organise, facilitate and develop patients skills in group settings.
• The ability to produce a good standard of written work & have basic keyboard skills
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Demonstrate a good understanding of Person- Centred Approaches and Values
• Understand impact of stigma and discrimination & have a non-judgemental attitude

Desirable

• To recognise and report changes in individuals mental health state
• An understanding of trauma informed care & and practical knowledge of recovery

Other

Essential

• To be able to conduct themselves with integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs with the ability to work shift patterns flexibly over a 24hr period
• A genuine passion and interest in working with people with complex mental health problems

Desirable

• Willingness to share own skills & knowledge

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forest Lodge

5 Forest Close

Sheffield

S35 0JW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will work closely with clinical, operational and digital colleagues across the Trust to ensure systems are configured and maintained effectively, meet service requirements, and support safe, high-quality patient care.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Systems Support

• Provide second-line support for clinical applications, including RiO, SystmOne and associated integrated systems.
• Investigate, diagnose and resolve system incidents, service requests and user-reported issues.
• Provide advice and guidance to clinical and non-clinical users on the effective use of clinical systems.
• Escalate complex technical issues to suppliers, system administrators or senior team members where appropriate.
• Contribute to the maintenance of knowledge bases, support documentation and standard operating procedures.

Clinical Systems Administration

• Administer user accounts, profiles, permissions and access requests in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
• Support the maintenance of system structures including teams, clinics, caseloads, waiting lists and organisational hierarchies.
• Process configuration requests and system administration activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain data integrity and support data quality initiatives through the investigation and resolution of identified issues.

Configuration and Development

• Configure and maintain forms, templates, letters, workflows and other system components.
• Support the implementation of approved system developments and service improvements.
• Assist in gathering, documenting and validating business requirements for system changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical workflows and contribute to the optimisation of existing system functionality.
• Support the implementation of upgrades, releases and new functionality.

Testing and Change Management

• Participate in the testing of system enhancements, upgrades and new developments.
• Create and execute test scripts and document testing outcomes.
• Support user acceptance testing activities with clinical and operational stakeholders.
• Assist in ensuring system changes are implemented safely and in accordance with agreed governance processes.

Training and User Engagement

• Develop and maintain user guidance, training materials and digital learning resources.
• Provide support and guidance to users during system implementations and service changes.
• Promote best practice in the use of clinical systems and support user adoption of new functionality.
• Assist in the delivery of awareness sessions, demonstrations and training activities where required.

Stakeholder Working

• Develop effective working relationships with clinical services, operational teams, digital colleagues and external suppliers.
• Respond professionally to customer enquiries and maintain a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support service objectives and digital transformation initiatives.
• Represent the Clinical Applications Team at meetings and working groups as required.

Governance and Information Management

• Comply with all Trust policies relating to information governance, confidentiality, data protection and cyber security.
• Ensure that all activities support the safe and secure use of clinical information systems.
• Contribute to audits, reporting requirements and governance processes as required.
• Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.

General Responsibilities

• Participate in personal development review processes and undertake relevant training.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical applications and associated technologies.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the achievement of team objectives.
• Undertake any other duties consistent with the responsibilities and grade of the post.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of configuration of RiO EPR
• Experience of supporting users of RiO EPR
• Experience of developing training materials to support EPR users

Desirable

• Experience of configuration of SystmOne EPR
• Experience of end user support for SystmOne EPR

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable proficiency in SQL, including the ability to write, modify and troubleshoot queries to support reporting, data analysis, system configuration and problem resolution.

Desirable

• Proficiency in XML, including the ability to read, interpret and modify XML used in system configuration, forms, templates or data exchange processes.

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong understanding of digital systems change processes

Desirable

• Experience contributing to Change Advisory Boards for clinical applications

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wardsend Road

45 Wardsend Rd N

Sheffield

S6 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure comprehensive nursing assessments are undertaken to identify individual patient requirements/support.Ensure that all patients / clients have a comprehensive, clear and up-to-date plan of care with specified objectives designed to meet the individuals identified care needs.Maintain effective and appropriate levels of communication with the patient/client, their main carer and significant others.Be aware of Government and local (SHSC) guidelines/policies when dealing with patients/clients in acute distress, adopting the principles of diffusion and de-escalation where possible.Ensure that regularly updated and comprehensive risk assessment and management plans are available and accessible to all team members and encompass all areas ofrisk, especially with regard to harm to self and others, vulnerability and potential for absconding.Where physical intervention/restraint is required, act in line with available guidance, and approved techniques, ensuring the safety and dignity of the patient/client at all times. Liaise closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure co-operation within all areas of work.Ensure that regularly updated care plans and risk assessments are evaluated against the identified care objectives

Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse qualifications appropriate to the post (RNMH) Post-preceptorship
• Evidence of current NMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a specific client group (Mental Health/Learning Disabilities/Elderly)

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & recent updates Comprehensive knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and 2007 updates Comprehensive knowledge of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS
• Proficient written & verbal communication skills
• Proficient organisational & leadership 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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

various

S4 7QQ

Sheffield

S4 7QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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