Job description

Job responsibilities

REQUIREMENTS

To be a successful Assistant Psychologist in our team you will be/have:

• Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology or equivalent.
• Eligible for graduate membership with British Psychological Society
• Have access to a car- Travel between sites is essential to the role and unfortunately public transport is limited.
• Please note that the funding is specifically intended to break down barriers to gaining appropriate experience in the profession. Whilst the role is open to anyone who can suitably reflect on structural inequalities, we are particularly keen to encourage applications from those that identify as belonging to a group that are nationally recognised as being under represented in Clinical Psychology. These are: Individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds Those from low socio-economic backgrounds as defined by Gov.uk Individuals with unpaid caring responsibilities as defined by NHSE
• You must be able to demonstrate a caring, compassionate and non-judgmental attitude, and show a commitment to making a difference when supporting clients and their families on their recovery journeys

Clinical experiences may include: Supporting group sessions Present clinically prepared information to patients within workshops / webinars, un-der the supervision of a qualified clinician Quality improvement work to include research / audit / support with clinical pathway coordination and analysis Liaison with a range of services to include health, social care and voluntary agencies to support patient pathways Observe supervisor or other members of MDT conduct assessments, take notes during assessment and write these up afterwards for supervisor to check. Gather information about a service user from the Clinical Information System to assist overall assessment of a service user. Observation of full neuropsychological assessments, scoring of neuropsychological tests to be checked by supervisor and discussed in supervision.

Non-clinical experiences may include:

• Administration and scoring of outcome measures
• Involvement in service evaluation, audit and research projects (including but not limited to: database and questionnaire design, data analysis, preparation of NHS ethics forms and audit proposal forms, literature review)
• Collation of information of local services, preparation of service user information leaflets and creation of displays about local services/psychological themes for ser-vice user waiting areas.
• Assistant psychologists will receive one hour of supervision per week and may re-quest a reference from their supervisor.
• A specialised induction programme and ongoing support will also be available to assistant psychologists to support learning in these posts.

See attached Generic Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact:

[email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology, or equivalent with graduate basis for registration with BPS

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant area of professional psychology

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Ability to recognise and reflect upon personal and societal bias along a range of dimensions of difference

Desirable

• Individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds
• Individuals with unpaid caring responsibilities as defined by NHSE
• Those from low socio-economic back-grounds as defined by Gov.uk o
• Experience of group work and individual therapeutic contact
• Experience of working with a multidisciplinary team
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care
• Experience of in-patient settings

Skills

Essential

• To be able to communicate effectively
• To assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytic thinking
• Capable of using initiative and organise work to agreed goals
• IT 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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Amberstone hospital

Carters Corner

Hailsham

BN27 4HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure effective communication with clients, carers, visitors and staff. Make effective use of evidence based practice in day to day clinical practice. Implement and ensure effective use of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act where necessary. Represent nursing team and provide reports for Managers Hearings and Mental Health Act Tribunals. Ensure safe standards apply to the administration of medication. Ensure adherence to Trust policies and procedures at all times. Be an effective role model to all staff within the working environment. Participate in teaching programmes with all staff including students. Have an awareness of own development and training needs. Maintain a learning environment. Assist in the induction of new staff. Attend mandatory courses. Participate in Clinical supervision, providing structured and regular meetings with identified health care assistants. Undertake other link roles for specified areas as required, including Infection Control, Health and Safety, PALS liaison and Student Placements. Support colleagues in interventions relating to the management of violence and aggression, including de-escalation techniques and the use of physical intervention (DC&R techniques) as necessary. Ensure staff are aware of Trust Fire Procedure, may be required to act as Fire Officer in the absence of senior clinician. Ability to work flexibly over a 24 hour period in order to meet the operational requirements of the unit. Undertake any additional duties deemed appropriate to grade. Communicate policies and procedures within the service and externally to ensure effective understanding and implementation. Maintain effective relationships with service users, their relatives, friends and other carers. Maintain effective relationships with members of the Trust and other statutory and voluntary organisations.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• oRMN

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development.

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of continued learning.

Desirable

• Experience within Adults inpatient settings.

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cherrydown Ward, Basildon Mental Health Unit

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust provides acute healthcare services to a population of approximately half a million people living in Mid Devon, East Devon, and the surrounding area. The Trust also provides a range of specialist services, across the UK and Europe. Set in the beautiful city of Exeter in the midst of glorious Devon countryside and close to the Southwest coastline, with its stunning beaches. The city boasts excellent links by road, rail and air to the rest of the country, Europe and beyond, whilst being within easy reaches of picturesque Dartmoor scenery.

Phlebotomists have a key role within the Hospital. As a Phlebotomist you will be trained in meeting patients and collecting important blood samples as part of their care at the main RDUH Exeter site. Previous Phlebotomy experience, although desirable, is not essential as full training and support will be given. More importantly, we are looking for people who can demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and can use tact and consideration when dealing with patients. The service relies on using a computerised ordering and collection system therefore candidates should be familiar with the use of IT systems at home or in previous employment. Applicants must also be able to work on a roster including some Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.

Working Pattern: Options of 20 hours per week substantive post and bank hours are available.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Aled Lewis, Phlebotomy Manager ([email protected]).

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital

Barrack Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Main Duties

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the radiotherapy late effects services based in Exeter, Torbay, Plymouth and Truro
• Be the central point of contact for patients referred to the radiotherapy late effects service
• Monitor and track patients throughout the late effects pathway, ensuring that the patients clinical history is available for triage and clinical consultation, all appointments are timely and effectively communicated and onward referrals are appropriately managed
• Utilise effective communication skills that are responsive to the communication needs of individual patients, frequently needing to use tact, reassurance and sensitivity.
• Utilise effective communication skills across a range of healthcare services to ensure a seamless care pathway for the individual patient
• Key responsibilities include organising referrals into the service and assisting with patient triage, collation and recording of patient data, patient tracking and co-ordination of patients referrals and appointments
• Act as a single point of contact for patients, carers and the healthcare team throughout the late effects pathway, supporting the delivery of a seamless, high quality and efficient service for patients.
• Be responsible for the timely management of own workload, demonstrating excellent organisational and IT skill and a high level of attention to detail when handling data to ensure accuracy
• Collate and produce data and reports for local governance meetings and regional commissioners

The post holder will be based in Exeter, though there may be the occasional requirement to travel to the other sites for the purpose of developing effective working relationships and workstreams.

About the department and team

The Oncology Centre is a light, clean and modern space located on the ground floor level of the Royal Devon site in Exeter.

The centre benefits from a charity-run shop providing refreshments to patients and colleagues. Plus, theres an on-site restaurant, cafes, a take-away service and a Boots.

The friendly and supportive Therapeutic Radiographer team is over 40 people strong, and is focused on delivering exceptional patient focused care and treatment. Up to 100 patients have radiotherapy treatment each day.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Helen Slaney, Radiotherapy Services Manager ([email protected])

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital

Barrack Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Our Phlebotomists form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare team across a number of dynamic settings; including outpatients and inpatient wards.

You must have experience taking patient blood samples.

Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive an additional enhancements to your pay.

Working Pattern: The post is for part time, hours per week to be discussed at interview, covering a variety of shifts over the 7 day week. We provide a phlebotomy service on the inpatient wards between 08:00 and 12:00 on a Monday to Friday and 07:30 to 11:30 during Bank Holidays and weekends. We also have a phlebotomy service in the Outpatients Department where we are open between 09:00 and 16:50 Therefore our shifts vary between 4 and 8 hours depending on the needs of the service.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Jo Damp, Outpatient Lead or Kat Grant, Deputy Lead Nurse on 01271 311651

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The community dietetic service is part of a wider 42 strong dietetic team including specialists in paediatrics, oncology, gastro, intestinal failure, cystic fibrosis and renal. The department has good integrated services with other AHPs and is supportive in CPD opportunities. You will contribute to projects, outcome measures, audit and training of both dietetic, medical students and other HCPs. We will support you in developing your skills in a number of ways, including shadowing opportunities across the team.

You need to have current clinical inpatient and outpatient dietetic experience and access to a car at all times.

Working Pattern: 21 hours per week. The hours will need to be worked between 8:30 - 17:00 Monday to Friday. The pattern can be agreed between the successful applicant and line manager.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Natasha Rich, Highly Specialised Team Lead Community Dietitian, 01392 403555, [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role are split between Key and Core Clinical Functions with a selection listed below. Please find full list of responsibilities within the attached Job Description.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Responsible for the clinical leadership of a team of nurses in an Acute setting
• Responsible for the assessment implementation and evaluation of care plans for individual service users
• To assist the Ward Manager in setting and maintaining high standards of care and evaluating quality outcomes
• Participate in a range of assessments provided during a 24 hour period
• To take charge of the unit in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility,
• To teach and supervise the team, including qualified, non-qualified and learners
• Maintain good standards of communication, both oral and written, in accordance with NMC guideline

Core Clinical Functions

• Assist the Team Manager in the day to day operation of the clinical area, and the development of the team.
• Contribute to the development of the service by participating in forums/ steering groups/ meetings as required.
• Work collaboratively as a Key Worker within the multidisciplinary team, acting as a role model for good practice; this includes liaising with associated professionals and other agencies, and offering support and guidance to clinical team as necessary.
• Ensure effective communication with clients, carers, visitors and staff. Make effective use of evidence based practice in day to day clinical practice.
• Implement and ensure effective use of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act where necessary. Represent nursing team and provide reports for Managers Hearings and Mental Health Act Tribunals.
• Ensure safe standards apply to the administration of medication.
• Ensure adherence to Trust policies and procedures at all times. Assist with the development and/or revision of policies and procedures as necessary.
• Undertake other link roles for specified areas as required, including Infection Control, Health and Safety, PALS liaison and Student Placements.
• Take a lead and support colleagues in interventions relating to the management of violence and aggression, including de-escalation techniques and the use of physical intervention (DC&R techniques) as necessary.
• Ability to work flexibly over a 24 hour period in order to meet the operational requirements of the unit.
• Maintain effective relationships with service users, their relatives, friends and other carers.
• Maintain effective relationships with members of the Trust and other statutory and voluntary organisations

For more detail on this jobs role please see attached Job Description or contact our team.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Education

Essential

• RMN ENB 998 or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to be a role model of good practice.
• Proven ability to work whilst under pressure.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act.

Desirable

• Research and development skills and relevant qualification.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience at Band 5.
• Evidence of post qualifying continued learning.
• Literate in IT/Computer 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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Lakes

Turner Road

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead the implementation of strategic objectives within the medical education strategy along with the clinical tutor team.

Working with Tutors across care groups, support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.

Support nursing and allied health professional teams in completing the multi professional self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP)

In collaboration with the Director of Medical Education and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education, facilitate the business planning process for the Medical Education Department and the SIM Centre within the Trust, ensuring that priorities for the forthcoming year are identified and that formal discussions with tutors and directors are linked to Education and Training Contracts in association with the needs of service delivery within the Trust.

Work directly with the Clinical Tutor Team, as part of the Medical Education Strategy, leading on educational appraisal of consultant trainers, working with Tutors across Care Groups, to support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.Supporting the job planning process to ensure that training is recognised in job plans and delivered across the Trust.

Represent the DME and DUME as appropriate, both internally and externally across the Trust, on all matters linked to medical education

Lead on safeguarding issues with junior medical staff, linked to patient safety, trainee revalidation, teaching and training, analysing data as appropriate and instigating training as appropriate to support clinical practice and safe patient care.

Contribute to the Trust Workforce & OD Plan on behalf of medical education ensuring that the needs of all medical students, trainee doctors and their trainers are included with particular reference to essential training for Foundation Doctors and specialty trainees.

To give advice and assistance to resident doctors, consultants, NHS England and other Trusts with regard to queries and questions about training posts, career advice, mandatory training courses, education issues, local induction, study leave, financial support for teaching and educational supervision and supporting clinical areas.

Manage the budgets for Medical Education and the Sim Centre.

Responsible for line management of staff within Medical Education and SIM Centre including:

o Appraisal, training and professional development

o One to one support and performance management issues

o Absence management in accordance with Trust policy

o Recruitment and selection of staff

o Disciplinary and Resolution issues

o Performance management issues

o Allocation of work

o Authorisation of expenses

o Manage additional staff resources as required as part of cross team projects

Design, deliver and lead/present specific training events for own staff and staff within other departments. Escalate such issues due to complexity, lack of progress or where support is required.

To manage the QA systems related to medical education across the Trust with particular reference to Specialty Schools, NHS England and University visits and annual reports to stakeholders ensuring that a Trust-wide response and action plan is delivered and that all training in all specialties is quality assured.

In collaboration with the DME, DUME, Medical Director and Finance, manage expenditure and resources with the Medical Education budget, ensuring that bids for expenditure are approved within Policy and that regular reviews of budget expenditure are undertaken.

To work with Finance colleagues on all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate budgets in order to clarify new income, new funding for posts and any cost savings to be made with the allocation of annual budgets based on the number of doctors and students allocated to annual contracts.

To lead on the project management of new initiatives within medical education, formulating project plans, setting deadlines and delivering on key targets, making adjustments to plans as appropriate and facilitating collaborative working across the Trust through meetings with College Tutors and setting up groups as necessary.

To manage the operation of TIS/Healthroster for doctors working within the Trust ensuring that new posts are identified and approved and that all resident doctor data is updated and exchanged with NHS England allowing the Trust to identify and claim salaries for doctors in training and the approval of study leave for those doctors.

To Contribute, participate and demonstrate national initiatives appropriate to medical education that complement or demonstrate the Trusts commitment to provide a safe and skilled workforce.

To ensure that the Trust is achieving the required standards with regard to an efficient, effective and quality Medical Education service.

To ensure the Trust is legally compliant with current legislation related to Equality & Diversity and promote best practice.

Responsible for the purchase of assets and supplies for Medical Education

Responsible for ensuring sufficient staffing levels to enable service provision.

Ensure all office equipment and furniture within Medical Education is satisfactory and meets required standards in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.

Participate in the development implement, review and maintenance of policies and procedures within Medical Education.

Keep up to date with changes in Employment Legislation and consider the impact on Medical Education.

Using computer software and associated formulae, develop, implement and produce regular statistical reports for DME and DUME on all aspects of Medical Education delivery in Care Groups, linked to GMC training standards and the impact of improvement interventions

Monitoring of data from Care Groups on Educational/Clinical Supervision and allocation of F1/F2 etc and contribution to education in line with MPET funding

In conjunction with the DME, monitor the effectiveness of processes to deal with Doctors with Differing Needs and ensuring remedial action is taken where necessary

Ensuring E-Portfolio system is managed effectively both within the Medical Education department and within the Care Groups, ensuring Educational and Clinical Supervisor capability and training if necessary.

Acting as key link for NHS England and the lead employer trust (LET) regarding resident doctor contracts and all employment issues relating to training doctors in the Trust.

Maximising external funding opportunities (multi-professional education and training levy (MPET), continuing professional development (CPD) NHS England Contract.

Develop and maintain internal and external relationships, Medical Director, care group clinical directors, Associate Directors of Nursing and Associate Directors of Operations.

Raise the profile of medical education across the Trust, to ensure a continuous improvement in the quality of medical education across the Trust.

Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by the Trust.

Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive manner.

Any other duties commensurate with band

Person Specification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate colleagues and staff
• Excellent organisational skills
• Analytical and strategic skills
• Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change
• Able to deal with conflict proactively
• Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
• Confident/assertive in own abilities
• Able to adapt to rapid change
• Able to work well under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Able to demonstrate resilience and tenacity when working under pressure
• Ability to relate to a wide spectrum of NHS professionals with competing agendas and achieve organisation focused solutions to problems
• Ability to analyse, interpret and manage financial, service and workforce data and respond accordingly
• Adaptable and flexible and able to deal with unpredictable situations and work patterns
• Good report writing and presentation skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially Word, Powerpoint and Excel

Desirable

• Highly specialised knowledge of medical education

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working at middle/senior management level
• Experience of performance management
• Experience of budgetary management

Desirable

• Experience working in the NHS
• Experienced in learning and development, with specialist knowledge in area of medical education and training

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent operational experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Evidence of management and leadership development

Desirable

• Teaching certificate or Certificate in Education or equivalent
• Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent operational experience in Medical Education or HR.

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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