Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake follow up assessments for patients previously reviewed by senior clinicians (see above).

Complete actions identified during Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, initiating internal/external referrals within competencies.

Undertake frailty assessments following frailty induction and competence signed off by supervisor.

Present patients at MDT meetings and acts as a care coordinator, when deemed appropriate.

Escalate changes, emerging risks, or concerns promptly.

Manage an allocated caseload independently within competence.

Reassess patients holistically and escalate concerns via internal pathways,

Work collaboratively with GPs, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, Pharmacists, Occupational Therapists, Community Matrons, Trusted, Mental Health Practitioners, Dementia Navigators, and the administrative team.

Act in the best interests of patients and service users to promote and prevent ill health and contribute to their integrated care.

Monitor the condition and health needs of patients and service users on a continual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment, when required.

Actively contribute to an effective learning environment and support others in their learning.

Recognise and adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates and work within their scope of practice following the professional standards of practice and behaviours for nurses, midwives and nursing associates and the standards of proficiency.

Please see attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2

Desirable

• Study/Training evidenced for Frailty, Older Adults, Self-Management

Skiills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to identify and escalate clinical concerns and risks appropriately and promptly
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and nonverbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to function well under pressure by prioritising and planning workload

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) and contribute to collaborative care planning.
• Able to recognise importance of and demonstrate Whittington Health's ICARE values

Desirable

• Acute or community clinical experience/Frailty experience
• Experience of multi-agency working across health, social care and voluntary-sector 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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Lordship Lane Health Centre

239 Lordship Lane

London

N17 6AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To manage the general x-ray area encompassing the mobile, x-ray, theatre and porter staff to ensure the workload is appropriately managed and that lunch breaks can be taken.

To ensure that checks are done in the area of work to ensure that no images are unsent and no exams left incomplete from the day before or the day at work.

To become familiar with the organisational structure and appraiser with whom career goals and aspirations can be discussed.

To actively contribute to changes in policy/procedure

Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.

To obtain patient consent and co-operation for examinations with implied or written consent as appropriate.

Prioritise workload depending on the severity of a patient condition and the direct impact on their management.

Liaise with fellow healthcare workers and referring clinicians to provide a high quality imaging service to patients.

Provide advice to clinicians on the nature of a diagnostic image either verbally to identify possible pathology, escalate concerning images immediately to a radiologist or the referrer immediately.

Act in accordance with Information Governance when handling patient data or discussing confidential information in areas shared with other patients.

Work independently when providing an on call and shift service to patients requiring urgent imaging due to acute trauma or illness.

To participate in the shift system using Health Roster to request annual leave and establish shift rotation.

Be able to exercise personal responsibility and make decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances e.g. Prioritizing patients according to clinical need in a multiple trauma situation.

Maintain moderate physical effort at several points during the shift positioning and manoeuvring patients, equipment and lead shielding.

Utilise highly advanced hand/eye co-ordination and physical manipulation skills to achieve the best possible imaging in challenging conditions.

Concentrate on Imaging procedures without distraction often monitoring several tasks simultaneously to ensure patient safety and optimal Imaging.

Working with challenging patients or in emotionally challenging situations with unwell patients either in trauma or oncology settings.

Have skill in adapting imaging technique for patients with injuries and illness, and utilise developed motivational and persuasive skills to acquire correct position and reduce mobility to produce an acceptable diagnostic image

To undertake portable X-Ray examinations on the wards, A&E Resus and Theatres, ensuring radiation protection of patients, staff and visitors.

Be actively involved in the training and assessment of Student Radiographers on clinical placement, providing direct supervision at all times. Maintain the required knowledge and skills to provide effective training, keeping up to date with current advances in technology and diagnostic techniques.

Using knowledge and skills attained through experience, training and CPD be actively involved in the training and development of more junior members of staff.

Undertake IV cannulation for patients requiring the injection of contrast media following the required training and assessment of competence.

Competency expectations will vary according to the modality competency framework however there is an expectation that after competencies are signed off the Band 6 radiographer will be able to operate independently

To participate in mandatory training and actively pursue Continuous Professional Development keeping an up to date personal record

Maintain knowledge of technological and technical advances in methods of diagnostic Imaging in order to promote a culture of continuous improvement within the department.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Radiography or equivalent
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of a range of post qualification clinical experience
• Evidence of experience of rotation through specialist areas
• Participation in quality assurance and clinical audit

Desirable

• Evidence of CT experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Evidence of ability to critically analyse complex and acute radiographs
• Evidence of participation in QA and maintenance of agreed standards
• Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients
• Very high personal and radiographic standards, with attention to detail
• Ability to use own initiative, solve problems and make decisions

Personal Qualities

Essential

• To be a self -motivated individual and have the ability to use initiative, to take responsibility and act in a supervisory capacity
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Smart, professional personal appearance and adhere to theatre wear regulations and observance of sterility standards
• Situational control and understanding of how to resolve professional conflict

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an excellent reputation for being innovative, responsive and flexible to the changing clinical needs of the local population. We are treating more patients than ever before and are dedicated to improving services to deliver the best for our patients.

Our mission

Helping local people live longer, healthier lives.

Our vision

Provide safe, personal, co-ordinated care for the community we serve.

Our goals

We have developed six key strategic goals to make sure we continue to support people to live longer, healthier lives.

To secure the best possible health and wellbeing for all our community

To integrate and coordinate care in person-centred teams

To deliver consistent, high quality, safe services

To support our patients and users in being active partners in their care

To be recognised as a leader in the fields of medical and multi-professional education, and population-based clinical research

To innovate and continuously improve the quality of our services to deliver the best outcomes for our local population.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Training or short courses relevant to the post, eg autism awareness/ child development
• Formal qualifications relevant to role eg: NVQ or degree in childcare, teaching, playwork, health

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good written communication
• Excellent IT skills, with experience of using Microsoft office including Word and Excel

Desirable

• Good working knowledge of patient data systems (RIO,)

Other

Essential

• Able to travel between clinics, schools and community settings

Knowldege and Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a clinical role as a teaching assistant, therapy assistant or co-worker.
• Experience working with school aged children
• Knowledge of some common childhood conditions e.g. autism, developmental co-ordination disorder
• Understanding of the cultural & demographic factors in Islington and experience of working with families with English as an additional language

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road

Islington

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Support triage of referrals for neurodevelopmental assessment;

Participate in diagnostic assessment for autism (and co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions) within a multi-disciplinary team;

Write diagnostic reports;

Mental health assessment of autistic and learning disabled children and young people;

Assessments for suitability for the treatment for which modality specific training is provided;

Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary;

Deliver lower-intensity interventions to autistic and/or learning disabled students across special schools in Islington under the supervision of a qualified clinician;

Formulate, implement and evaluate therapeutic intervention for clients in line with their training modality and experience;

Support the delivery of intervention groups to parents/carers and/or teaching staff;

Involve the system around the child in treatment as appropriate, e.g. parent/carer, school, conveying therapy formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language;

Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.

Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate;

Collect and record routine service data including appointment recording, and routine outcome measures.

Training & Supervision

Fulfilling the requirements of and completing a PG diploma at UCL/Anna Freud including practical, academic, and practice-based assessments, alongside private study;

Apply learning from the training programme in practice;

Prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical and case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.

Professional

Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (e.g., BPS, HCPC, BABCP), and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health;

Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times and comply with data management systems and processes including submissions to the training provider;

Be aware of, and keep up to date with advances in the spheres of care pathway;

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

Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager;

Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives;

Keep up to date all records in relation to Continuous Professional Development and ensure personal development plan maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments;

Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives.

This job description is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Trust and its services, as well as the personal development of the post holder.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Meets minimum academic requirements of relevant professional experience or 2nd class bachelor's degree

Desirable

• Previous training in mental health related profession

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Effective written and oral communication, and good computer literacy
• Good time management and organisational abilities

Desirable

• Able to advocate for the needs of children and young people with autism and/or LD

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges for autistic/LD CYP and their families
• 2 or more year experience of working with a children and young people's MH setting
• 1 year or more of clinical competence and experience working with autistic and/or LD people

Desirable

• Knowledge of MDT approach
• Experience of safeguarding

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Motivated to learn and be challenged
• Capacity to work well in teams.

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Islington CAMHS, Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road

London

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate basic clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in school aged children providing appropriate intervention and evaluating outcomes

To demonstrate clinical effectiveness drawing on evidence based practice and outcome measures

To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients/clients

To make basic differential diagnoses and clinical decisions based on evidence from assessment, seeking support and advice from a supervisor as appropriate

To develop knowledge and skills in a range of language and communication difficulties in school aged children with training, support and supervision from clinical supervisor as appropriate.

To develop clear care plans based on best practice

To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with language and communication difficulties

To communicate complex condition related information from assessment to clients, carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, demonstrating empathy and ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist

To work closely with clients, carers and families in order to agree plans of management

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

To form productive relationships with others who may be under stress and/or have challenging communication difficulties.

To employ excellent communication skills

To develop skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in the therapeutic process

To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of clients and their carers in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same

To develop the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours employing appropriate management strategies

To monitor and review the progress of clients against the targets set and agreed, seeking support from clinical supervisor as appropriate.

To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers/clinical supervisor based on research and evidence based practice.

To develop the ability to reflect on auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of clients communication and to identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness

To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a specialist speech and language therapy service, seeking support and advice as appropriate.

To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports that meet departmental standards and are in line with local trust policy, and RCSLT professional standards, with support as appropriate

To develop an awareness of current policies and practice in education

To manage and prioritise a defined caseload and workload independently

To contribute to multi-agency assessments, including the statutory educational assessment procedure, as required, seeking support and supervision as required

To negotiate with carers, clients and others around individual case management

To develop negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations, recognising potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs, seeking advice and support to resolve

To ensure that clients are referred to other services as appropriate, in consultation with manager or supervisor

To develop a working knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to service and team plans and policies, National and Local Guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical guidelines.

To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

To be accountable for own professional action, recognising professional boundaries and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct, seeking advice as appropriate

To work independently accessing appraisal within an Individual Performance Framework at pre-determined intervals

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• BSc. Speech Path or equivalent
• HPC licence to practise, and eligible for the full RCSLT register

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of a range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate a wide range of language and communication needs in mainstream schools for school-aged pupils.
• Knowledge and experience of the key characteristics leading to a differential diagnosis of a wide range of language and communication difficulties
• Knowledge and experience of a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to school-age children with a wide range of language and communication needs demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches
• Knowledge and experience of the application of knowledge of local cultural, linguistic & demographic factors to the management of a school aged caseload
• Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team approaches
• Knowledge and experience of working with children with a wide range of language and communication needs in mainstream schools

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Able to communicate complex, sensitive information
• Flexible

Other

Essential

• Completion of post qualification registration

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to reflect on practice
• Able to select, set & evaluate treatment goals
• Able to plan, carry out and analyse assessments
• Able to deliver training relevant to the client group and audience

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road

Islington

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties

CLINICAL

To assess and treat patients, addressing quality of life, physical, cognitive, affective, social and environmental issues either on an individual or a group basis, utilising a range of therapeutic skills in accordance with devised treatment plans, in both hospital and in the community settings.

To prioritise factors involved in the Clients presenting condition through clinical reasoning based on skills, knowledge, experience and on current professional opinion, Clients progress and other physical, social, emotional and mental health issues.

COMMUNICATION

To use well developed verbal and non-verbal communication skills to ensure that the Client and/or their carer understands the relevant advise, education and recommendations given.

To communicate sensitive information in an understandable form to patients and their carers and to enable patients to participate and co-operate in treatment.

To produce written, electronic and verbal reports for the MDT other Health or Social care providers and be able to convey this to the patient in an accessible and meaningful manner using the correct terminology, often in the face of communication barriers

EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL

To utilise opportunities to develop skills and knowledge, apply critical appraisal and keep up to date with current practise in the field.

To support other Occupational Therapists in the education and training of other professionals and visitors to the department.

To participate in education programmes for Client/ service groups.

MANAGEMENT

To ensure that accurate and evaluative records of patient care are maintained in line with the service policy.

To delegate appropriate work to staff in supporting roles and provide informal day-to-day support to Rehabilitation Assistants and students to enable them to carry or assist with a managed caseload.

RESEARCH

To participate in the evaluation of clinical practise.

To keep up to date in the development of research and clinical practice in the field of rehabilitation, older people and related areas.

Please see Job description and personal specification for full outline of main role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• IELTS Level 7.0 or above (overseas candidates only)
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC)

Desirable

• Membership of BAOT
• Graduate/Post graduate training courses relevant to post

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of physical pathology related to rotational work areas i.e. acute medicine, care of older people, mental health, intermediate care.
• Understanding of the emotional and physical impact of illness/disability on an individual, their family and carers.
• Awareness of and competence in undertaking core therapeutic assessments specific to Occupational therapy
• Practical experience of designing and implementing treatment Programmes in line with best evidence/best practice
• Knowledge and implementation of client centred care principles within assessment and treatment plans
• Knowledge of legislative frameworks/current legislation in relation to OT in health care and social care settings.
• Documented evidence of continuous professional development showing progression of learning and future learning objectives.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate information clearly and professionally in a health care environment.
• Excellent clinical documentation skills
• Professional liaison with colleagues in other sectors health, private and voluntary.
• Prioritization and caseload management skills.
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines and timescales
• Use of activity analysis to inform assessment and treatment planning.
• Developed clinical reasoning skills and clinical confidence.

Desirable

• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
• Computer competent/literate

Other Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in work role and show skill transference when required to meet service needs.
• To be prepared to participate or have experience of participating in change which supports and develops the service.
• Be able to work under pressure in a fast paced work environment.
• Proactively participate in formal and informal training opportunities
• Commitment to non-discriminatory practice.
• Personally organized and accepting of responsibility
• Ability to work core hours over 7 days on a rota system

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To develop an effective and efficient high quality Occupational Therapy universal service for schools within the Experts at Hand team. To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge and skills in supporting children and young people with complex developmental needs, including autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, developmental co-ordination disorders, sensory processing differences, social, emotional and mental health needs, and behaviours that may impact participation and engagement. Demonstrate knowledge of implementing a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches for example Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (COOP) and Occupational Performance Coaching. Demonstrate an understanding of how a child's sensory processing needs and preferences can influence participation in occupation as part of a holistic assessment. Demonstrate and apply a high level of understanding of the effects of medical conditions and recommend adaptations and strategies to the childs physical and social environments. Observation of children and young people within educational settings to identify barriers to participation, learning and engagement. Collaborative problem-solving with school staff to support attainment of functional and educational outcomes. Environmental review and provision of advice regarding adaptations and reasonable adjustments. Guidance on strategies that promote participation, independence, engagement and inclusion within school activities and routines. Support for educational staff in implementing agreed strategies and interventions. Modelling of practical approaches and solutions within classroom and wider school environments. Working in partnership with families, schools and other professionals to support a coordinated approach to inclusion. Contributing to early intervention and prevention activities to reduce escalation of needs.

Workforce Development

• The post holder will contribute to the development of knowledge, confidence and skills within the education workforce.

Designing and delivering bespoke training sessions for educational staff, parent/carers and partner organisations Facilitating co-produced workshops focused on occupational performance, participation and inclusion. Providing drop-in consultation sessions to support staff with advice and problem-solving. Supporting and facilitating communities of practice across educational settings. Developing practical resources, guidance materials and toolkits to support inclusive practice. Promoting evidence-based occupational therapy approaches within educational environments. Supporting staff to develop sustainable solutions that enhance children's participation and independence. Evaluating training and development activities to inform future service improvements.

System Development

• The post holder will contribute to strategic and system-wide developments that promote inclusion and positive outcomes for children and young people.

Identifying emerging themes, trends and unmet needs through engagement with schools and stakeholders. Collaborating with Inclusion Advisers and other Experts at Hand partners to achieve shared outcomes. Sharing learning, innovation and examples of effective practice across educational settings and partner agencies. Contributing to service evaluation, quality improvement, audit and service development initiatives. Supporting the development of policies, pathways and guidance that promote inclusive practice. Using and reporting outcome data and feedback to inform service planning and future priorities. Representing Occupational Therapy within multi-agency forums, networks and working groups. Supporting the implementation of local and national SEND and inclusion agendas.

Key skills

To use knowledge of other multidisciplinary roles and external agencies to ensure effective management and timely onward referrals for more specialist support, if required To coordinate input with the other members of the Expert at Hands team and the wider network of professionals working to support mainstream school settings To demonstrate excellent negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible. To practise in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of the Occupational Therapy Service, the Trust, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), and relevant Children, Young People and Families (CYPF) professional guidance. To demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of, and comply with, relevant legislation, statutory frameworks and procedures, including safeguarding children and adults, SEND legislation and processes, the Equality Act 2010, and other legal and professional requirements. Demonstrate highly effective personal coordination of day-to-day activities including prioritising caseloads, decision-making and problem solving. To ensure that documentation e.g clinical records and reports, are accurate and meet the standards legally required To prescribe, delegate and supervise the work of less experienced colleagues/Occupational Therapy Assistants/Students Participate in induction and training of new staff To participate in the publicising, promotion and representation of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service Keep up to date with developments within Occupational Therapy, early intervention and childrens services as well as latest research and guidance.

Work Conditions

To have due regard for personal safety and that of children and young people/carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations and ensuring the safe positioning of self and others. To be flexible to the demands of the environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions. To conform to the provisions of the Health and Safety Act and to comply with local policies, attending statutory training including Level 3 Child Protection, on an annual basis or as required. To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions. To employ appropriate strategies to manage behaviours that challenge within the workplace and in the community.

Personal and Professional Development

To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance and maintain professional standards of dress code and personal presentation. To participate in supervision and Individual Performance Review ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service and Trust plans, including specific objectives relating to the clinical specialism. To be aware of current opinion on the provision of Occupational Therapy care for paediatric conditions and keep up to date with new techniques and clinical developments within paediatric complex needs through:o Individual supervisiono Reading of Occupational Therapy related literatureo Reading of National guidelines and standardso Attendance at peer support groups, in-service training, conferences and courseso Yearly appraisal o Self-reflection To attend specialist short courses and training in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a therapist working in the field of paediatric complex needs and maintain up to date HCPC and RCOT registration. To attend and facilitate supervision groups organised for Occupational Therapists in order to offer and receive support. To contribute to team meetings and participate in in-service training as required.

Other

To occasionally deal with a wide range of complex emotions in staff and provide support to distressed staff members. Regularly travel within the community (schools etc.).Staff who deliver work into educational settings will need to take the bulk of their holiday time during school holidays

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration
• Evidence of relevant post-registration continuing professional development.
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Advanced observation, assessment and clinical reasoning skills to identify barriers to participation and develop effective, outcome-focused solutions.
• Service development, quality improvement, and evaluation skills.
• Coaching skills to facilitate reflection, problem-solving, and sustainable change
• Advanced observation, assessment and clinical reasoning skills to identify barriers to participation and develop effective, outcome-focused solutions.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of developing and delivering training to others.
• Knowledge and experience working at a specialist level supporting school aged children with a broad range of clinical conditions e.g., autism, learning disabilities, genetic conditions, DCD, etc.
• Specialist experience of supporting children, young people, families and schools with sensory and regulation differences impacting on participation and function
• Experience of having delivered training and workshops to a range of audiences and ability to present complex information in an accessible manner.
• Experience of advising school staff regarding reasonable adjustments and inclusive practice
• Experience writing assessment reports/advice
• Supervision and mentoring of junior staff and students

Desirable

• Experience of having worked within educational settings

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to neuroaffirming and strengths-based practice
• Flexible and adaptable
• Professional, reliable and accountable

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road

Islington

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Manage a highly specialist caseload of children and young people with physical disabilities, developmental difficulties and neurodevelopmental conditions. Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments across clinic, school, home and community settings using a range of standardised, non-standardised, functional and observational assessment approaches. Assess the impact of physical, sensory, motor, environmental and neurodevelopmental factors on participation, independence and occupational performance. Analyse complex information using advanced clinical reasoning to identify occupational needs, prioritise intervention and formulate evidence-based treatment plans. Establish meaningful and measurable goals in partnership with children, young people, families and educational staff. Deliver, monitor and evaluate high quality, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for children with complex needs, adapting treatment plans as required to maximise outcomes and measure progress. Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records. Demonstrate specialist clinical knowledge in the areas of Developmental Co-ordination Disorder, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy and Hemiplegia. Demonstrate ability to identify and reflect on ethical issues and provide guidance to junior staff as necessary. Demonstrate highly effective personal coordination of day-to-day activities including prioritising case loads, decision-making and problem solving. Provide specialist occupational therapy support within mainstream and specialist educational settings to promote participation, independence and access to learning. Assess and address occupational performance difficulties relating to self-care, access to learning, postural management, positioning, upper limb function and participation in school and community activities. Deliver occupational therapy provision specified within Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Provide consultation, training, coaching and specialist advice to educational staff to support implementation of recommendations and inclusive practice. Support key educational transitions and preparation for adulthood, promoting functional life skills, self-management and independence. Work collaboratively with families, schools and partner agencies to ensure effective implementation of occupational therapy recommendations.

Assessment, Equipment and Specialist Intervention

Assess, prescribe, implement and review specialist equipment, assistive technology and environmental adaptations to promote independence, safety and participation. Undertake complex risk assessments and balance effective risk management with the promotion of independence and inclusion. Deliver specialist occupational therapy interventions including upper limb rehabilitation, postural management, positioning programmes, splinting within scope of practice and participation-focused interventions such as Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (COOP) and Occupational Performance Coaching . Monitor and evaluate intervention outcomes using recognised outcome measures and make referrals to other services where appropriate. Contribute specialist occupational therapy advice to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs). Develop comprehensive and robust clinical reports, integrating information from multiple sources to present clear clinical rationale, defensible professional judgement and evidence-based recommendations. Develop clear, specific, measurable and legally compliant occupational therapy advice and outcomes for inclusion within Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Attend Annual Reviews and multidisciplinary meetings to review progress and contribute to future planning.

Please see attached Job description for full list of roles and responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration
• Specialist training in areas such as upper limb rehabilitation, splinting, postural management, OT CPIP, sensory approaches, CO-OP or OPC.

skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse complex clinical information, apply advanced clinical reasoning and write high-quality reports.
• Ability to assess occupational performance and participation across a range of settings and plan and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Ability to provide specialist advice and consultation to colleagues and partner agencies.

Experience

Essential

• Specialist experience of managing complex caseloads of children and young people with physical disabilities, developmental difficulties and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Experience of developing and delivering training to others.
• Experience of splinting, postural management and positioning and equipment provision
• Knowledge of assessment tools and outcome measures relevant to paediatric occupational therapy practice.

Desirable

• Experience of service development, audit or quality improvement initiatives. Personal qualities

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with children, young people, families, schools and partner agencies.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities demonstrating professional integrity, accountability and sound judgement.

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Richard Cloudesley School

Golden Lane Campus, 101 Whitecross Street

London

N1 8RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assess the clinical justification of Radiography referrals in line with both national regulations (IRMER 2017) and local protocols.
• To act as an Operator under IRMER (2017).
• To act with delegated authority as Practitioner under IRMER (2017) for plain film radiography referrals.
• To liaise with referral sources where clarification is required regarding selection of the most clinically appropriate imaging examination.
• To act as a point of advice for imaging referrers.

• To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during, and after an examination, especially in difficult or emotional circumstances, using both verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• To ensure patients receive a high standard of care across all modalities
• To acquire diagnostic images, and physically position the full range of patient presentations, accurately for examinations, taking into account patient limitations and adapting standard techniques where necessary.
• To match clinical indications presented by the referrer to an appropriate departmental protocol in x-ray, CT and MRI Scanning.

• To operate advanced software on specialist radiological equipment, requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination, e.g. bolus chasing, image reformatting and dynamic imaging.

• To review images and ensure that supplementary imaging procedures are considered prior to patient departure from the department.
• To be able to offer good clinical judgement when assessing and interpreting images produced by themselves or more junior staff
• To ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner.
• To ensure that urgent findings are communicated and patients directed accordingly.

• To highlight radiographic abnormalities using the appropriate system of work in place, e.g. the Red Dot system.
• To review and comment on continuing appropriateness of imaging protocols.
• To work unsupervised within the service arrangements.
• To work within the departments shift system.
• To participate in patient monitoring or administration of oxygen, under supervision.
• To ascertain from the patient, patients guardian or the referrer, the patients suitability for receipt of intravenous (IV) contrast media.
• To perform intravenous cannulation and manual injection of contrast agent.
• To administer IV contrast media using a pressure injector.
• If required, to gain competency in recognising anaphylaxis and administering Adrenaline and operate within Trust and Departmental policy.
• To undertake other duties as and when required by the demands of the service or the CT/MRI Lead or the Operational Service Manager.

Please see the attached job description for detailed understanding of the role.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
• IV Cannulation
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• PgC in CT/MR
• Maintained ILS competency

Skills

Essential

• Significant experience in managing scanner lists
• Able to demonstrate effective and efficient management practice
• Awareness of current Radiology & Health Service trends, IRMER 2017, IRR2017, MRI Safety, Health & Safety, infection control and clinical governance
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Desirable

• Previous line management experience
• Experience in training and development of radiographers

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in MRI
• Significant experience in CT
• Evidence of working in the NHS
• Evidence of CPD

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Wood Green Community Diagnostic Centre

Wood Green Shopping Mall

London

N22 6YQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To hold a case load and provide, dietetic assessment, advice and monitoring regarding children who have complex health and/ or neurodisability (cerebral palsy, syndromes, profound and multiple learning disabilities.

1. To provide specialist intervention to neonatal patients requiring Home Enteral Tube Feeding or Oral Nutritional Supplements.

1. To reflect on clinical practice, identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgement.

1. To act professionally and adhere to national best practice guidance and BDA guidance at all times

1. To maintain accurate and comprehensive records of dietary advice given to patients and record clinical decisions in accordance with BDA and Trust/ legal standards, and to communicate treatment outcomes with other professionals as appropriate.

1. To be professionally and legally responsible/ accountable for the management of your own clinical caseload and to organise this effectively with regards to clinical priority.

1. To calculate Body Mass index, protein/ energy intakes, vitamin and nutritional intake of children, in order to meet the nutritional demands and expected reference nutrient intakes.

1. To carry out growth measurements on children through height and weight assessments, and ensuring correct equipment is used whilst carrying out growth assessments.

1. To monitor and review the progress of children in caseload and facilitate the development of care plans as appropriate using evaluation and outcome measures.

1. To work autonomously, carrying out full dietary assessments providing comprehensive treatment/ care plans, and giving specialist advice to patients, carers and clinicians.

1. To develop skills, to be able to cover and monitor enteral fed children as required.

1. To support the effective transition of children between childrens centres/ nurseries, between schools and post school provisions to adult services with regards to aspects of nutrition.

1. To ensure the practice is adapted to meet individual/ client needs/circumstances; taking into account cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

1. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with the Trust Home Visiting Safety Policy.
2. To be responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge of Child Protection procedures and attend professional or strategy meeting at the request of the Area Child Protection Team/Social services. To ensure mandatory child protection training is attended

1. To understand and interpret the medical assessments and treatments i.e. medications, investigations, surgical treatments which may affect the nutritional management

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Degree/diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
• HPC registration

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to assess and treat children and young people who have severe and complex disabilities
• Ability to evaluate intervention programmes.
• Knowledge of providing HETF in the community

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Sufficient post graduate experience to meet the clinical knowledge skills and experience required
• Broad range of Paediatric experience at band 5 and band 6 level
• Understanding of child protection procedures and responsibilities in regard to this

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Tynemouth Road Health Centre

24 Tynemouth Road

London

N15 4RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Demonstrate highly specialist knowledge and skills in supporting children and young people with a range of complex developmental needs, including autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, developmental coordination disorder, sensory processing differences, social, emotional and mental health needs, and regulation or behavioural needs that may affect occupational participation and engagement. Manage a complex and specialist caseload autonomously, using advanced clinical reasoning to make decisions regarding assessment, intervention, prioritisation, onward referral and discharge, seeking support where appropriate. Demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills in selecting and implementing a range of evidence-informed occupational therapy approaches, including Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) and Occupational Performance Coaching (OPC). Apply specialist knowledge of sensory processing within holistic occupational therapy assessment and clinical reasoning, considering how a child or young persons sensory needs and preferences may influence occupational participation. Apply knowledge of medical conditions and their functional implications to inform clinical reasoning, intervention planning, and recommendations for appropriate strategies and adaptations within the child or young persons physical and social environments. Assess and observe children and young people across educational, home and clinic settings to identify barriers to participation, learning and engagement, and recommend appropriate environmental adaptations and reasonable adjustments. Work collaboratively with children and young people, families, education staff and other professionals to identify, implement and embed strategies and interventions, providing specialist advice, guidance and modelling of practical approaches to promote occupational participation, independence and engagement. Work in partnership with relevant professionals and agencies to support a coordinated, person-centred approach to meeting identified occupational needs and achieving agreed outcomes. Produce high-quality reports and specialist occupational therapy advice to inform EHCPs, including reviewing working documents and preparing evidence and reports for tribunal proceedings where required. Demonstrate strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills, selecting, applying and interpreting appropriate standardised and non-standardised assessments and outcome measures to identify occupational performance and participation needs and inform evidence-based intervention and recommendations. Work collaboratively with children and young people, families, schools and other professionals to identify meaningful goals, and use clinical reasoning to plan, implement, evaluate and modify individualised interventions to improve occupational performance and participation. Provide specialist clinical advice, supervision and support to junior occupational therapy staff, assistants and students, supporting clinical reasoning and the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-informed practice. Adhere to the RCOT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and relevant national, local and Trust policies, procedures and professional standards. Demonstrate a high level of professional judgement and the ability to identify, reflect on and respond to complex ethical issues, providing guidance to junior staff where appropriate. Demonstrate effective organisation, prioritisation and advanced clinical decision-making, analysing complex and sensitive situations and considering a range of options to determine appropriate action. Liaise with other agencies involved in the child or young persons care, including relatives/carers and education staff, as appropriate to the individual childs needs. Apply knowledge of moving and handling legislation, best practice and relevant equipment to assess risk and provide appropriate advice and recommendations for children and young people with physical needs. Contribute to the triage and prioritisation of referrals, applying clinical reasoning to support appropriate allocation and identification of the most appropriate service response.

ADMINISTRATION

Assist the Team Leader with the day-to-day coordination and running of the service as required. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and activity data in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Demonstrate effective organisation and time management, managing competing priorities and demands appropriately.

MANAGEMENT

Attend and actively contribute to relevant team, departmental, project and Trust meetings, as required. Participate in and, where appropriate, lead clinical audits, service evaluation and quality improvement projects, using activity, outcome and other service data to monitor performance and support service development. Support the collection, analysis and reporting of service activity and outcome data to the Local Authority, Integrated Care Board and other relevant stakeholders, as required. Provide specialist clinical guidance and support to junior staff, including supporting clinical reasoning and the preparation of complex reports and statutory advice. Provide line management, supervision and performance support to designated members of staff in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Support the Team Leader and Clinical Lead with the recruitment, induction and development of junior staff. Demonstrate leadership in supporting team members and coordinating the timely review and completion of occupational therapy advice for EHCP reviews. Contribute to the development, implementation and review of clinical guidance, pathways and practice standards, supporting the Trusts clinical governance and quality improvement agenda. Contribute to service planning and development, identifying opportunities to improve the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of occupational therapy provision.

TEACHING, TRAINING and RESEARCH

Participate in regular professional and operational supervision and annual appraisal with the Team Leader and/or Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, using these opportunities to reflect on practice, performance and professional development. Develop and maintain an agreed area of specialist occupational therapy knowledge and expertise, acting as a clinical resource for the wider team and sharing specialist knowledge and evidence-informed practice. Take a lead, in collaboration with relevant colleagues, in the development and delivery of identified areas of the occupational therapy service offer. Critically appraise current research and evidence, apply relevant findings to clinical practice, and disseminate learning and evidence-informed practice within the team and wider service. Maintain ongoing professional development through participation in relevant internal and external learning opportunities, maintaining an up-to-date CPD portfolio in accordance with professional requirements. Participate in and contribute to the development and delivery of in-service training and other learning opportunities for occupational therapy staff and relevant colleagues. Complete all mandatory training and undertake relevant specialist training required to maintain and develop competence within the role.

OTHER

Work in a range of community environments, including schools and family homes, with occasional exposure to unpleasant conditions, including odours, bodily fluids and confined spaces. Frequently manage emotionally demanding and distressing situations involving children, young people and their families, including those relating to safeguarding and child protection concerns. Communicate complex and sensitive information relating to a child or young persons needs, assessment findings and occupational therapy recommendations, using empathy, reassurance and effective communication skills. Respond appropriately to emotionally challenging situations involving colleagues and provide support to staff who may be distressed, within the boundaries of the role. Travel regularly across the community to undertake work in schools, family homes and other relevant settings

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant post graduate courses/training e.g. journal clubs, CO-OP, Zones of Regulation, Coaching etc.

Desirable

• Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Advanced observation, assessment and clinical reasoning skills to identify barriers to participation and develop effective, outcome-focused solutions.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution and relationship-building skills
• Ability to assess, advise and educate clients and carers about safe manual handling techniques (including use of equipment and adaptations).
• Effective workload management and prioritisation.
• Coaching skills to facilitate reflection, problem-solving, and sustainable change

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience working at a specialist level supporting school aged children with a broad range of clinical conditions e.g., autism, learning disabilities, genetic conditions, DCD, etc.
• Knowledge and experience of English school systems, relevant legislation and the SEND reforms
• Specialist experience of supporting children, young people, families and schools with sensory and regulation differences impacting on participation and function
• Experience of having worked within educational settings
• Experience delivering training to school staff and other professionals
• Experience writing complex assessment reports/advice

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road

London

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the job description for full details

To support the registered nurse/clinician in the implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient.

To participate in in-service training programmes as required.

To engage with patients and be prepared to initiative activities, promote appropriate structure to meet their basic emotional and physical needs.

To assist the patient to ensure they meet their dietary requirements.

To act, in collaboration with the registered nurse, as an allocated nurse to a patient.

To take responsibility for continually reviewing the patients mental state and risk, with regular handover to colleges within the multi-disciplinary team.

To devise and amend care plans that are participative, therapeutic and enhance the patients experience in the General Hospital setting. This will be in consultation with the multi-disciplinary team and person-centred.

To proactively manage distress, conflict and aggression through de-escalation and physical intervention.

Supporting the General Paediatric Team in attending to the basic physical care needs of children and young people.

Supporting the admission, transfer and discharge of patients within the Hospital in accordance with local guidelines and standards.

To create and maintain good liaison with patient, families the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals involved in the care of the young person; giving advice and support as needed.

To ensure that all incidents involving patients or staff are reported and recorded in accordance with agreed policies. To assist in investigations and recommend possible preventative measures.

To participate in maintaining a safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Unit and Whittington NHS Trust.

To meet the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act and the NMC Code of Conduct and Practice.

To participate in all mandatory trainings as designated by the Team and Trust.

To seek support if uncertain about delegated duties.

Person Specification

Education and Qualficiations

Essential

• Maths and English Level 1
• Completion of Care Certificate, including all competencies signed off, with knowledge of working with Children and Young People
• Willing to work towards Level 2 functional skills

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or relevant equivalent experience with knowledge of working with Children and Young People.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Basic IT skills and willingness to learn and use systems that compliment patients journey and record keeping
• Good written communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Ability to prioritise duties

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous Health Care Assistant experience in a hospital setting

Desirable

• Previous experience in mental health specific care role working with children and young people
• Awareness of child and adolescent normal development
• Awareness of mental health disorders associated with children and young people

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to empathise, be supportive and sensitive to the needs of others as well as being able to cope with distressing circumstances
• Able to work flexibly on a shift pattern as required

Desirable

• Relevant training which can provide a knowledge base and skills for people experiencing a mental health crisis

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Ifor Ward - Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Responsibility:

To be a member of the Special School multi-agency team and share information with team members as directed and appropriate, keeping confidentiality at all times.

To maintain accurate school records through accessing the electronic notes system (currently Rio), filing and organisation in accordance with Whittington Health guidelines.

Ensure that up-to-date written and electronic records are maintained in accordance with Trust standards with guidance from supervisor.

Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of children and their families, and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Assist team members with liaising with other agencies involved in the childs care including: education, Social Services, Voluntary Services

Form professional relationships with children, families and children centre staff and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture.

To use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication skills and tools to communicate with children who are non verbal, of a non English speaking background, requiring an interpreter, with a hearing impairment, with altered emotional states, with a cognitive/learning/behavioural disability.

Liaise with other agencies involved in the childs care, including relatives and carers, as appropriate to the childs needs, as directed by team members

Report effectively any issues or concerns to supervisor/line manager

Demonstrate effective communication over the telephone to parents/carers and external agencies (especially teachers and teaching assistants).

To support the School Nurse/ Senior Practitioner in planning programmes of care for identified children.

To provide and assist the care of children with special needs such as administration of medication, feeding, and health promotion across all school sites.

Clinical Responsibility:

To arrange appointments with parents/carer (school medicals, Dietician/ Professionals meetings).

Administer nursing care and undertake health care activity when trained and assessed as competent by the school nurse. This may include feeding children via gastrostomy, following epilepsy care plan procedures, administering medications, suctioning, and other relevant health care activities.

To provide cover, once trained, to other HCAs supporting individual students at the school with health care tasks including suctioning, tracheostomy care, medication management or other health care plans.

To undertake screening procedures such as vision, hearing, growth, to include percentile calculations. To identify and refer any concerns arising from the screening or highlighted by the parent/ child/ school staff, to the school nurse.

To assist in the planning and implementation of immunisation sessions within the school setting.

To assist in completing risk assessment of environment and safety under the guidance of senior team members following local and Trust policies

Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility

Review and reflect own practice, workload, and performance through effective use of regular professional and operational supervision and appraisal

To meet regularly with the school nurse to plan work to be undertaken and to receive feedback. The school nurse will delegate specific roles and responsibilities to this staff member when trained and assessed as competent by the school nurse.

Adhere to the Trusts Policies and Procedures including having basic understanding of Moving and Handling Legislation, Infection Control, Clinical Supervision and Child Protection, referring any concerns to the school nurse or Team Leader.

Administrative Duties

To keep up to date records on clients following Service Policy.

To attend relevant staff and service meetings.

To provide cover for administrative duties such as answering the telephone, photocopying and filing when requested.

Financial Responsibility

Highlight stock issues to team members

Service Development and Improvement

Implements the Policies and Procedures that have been determined by Islington Additional Needs & Disability Service

To highlight service provision problems to line manager in order to identify unmet needs and gaps in service provision

To undertake surveys or audits as directed by supervisor/line manager

Ensure that work areas are well maintained are comply with Health and Safety Guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment, cleaning and storage of materials

Communication

To support children and families to promote achievement of goals with close guidance and support

To regularly work with children and adolescents with complex emotional, social and behavioural difficulties.

To identify and report concerns regarding Safeguarding

To be able to complete required work load within time frames and deadlines set by line manager/supervisor, which may be stressful at times

To deal sensitively with clients and their carers who may be distressed.

Physical Working Conditions and Environment

Assists with transfers of children occasionally using equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs

Light to moderate effort for several short periods during the day requiring use of lifting equipment e.g. hoists and transfer manoeuvres

Knowledge, Training and Education

To take part in a structured induction programme, aimed at identifying learning needs

Demonstrate a basic level of understanding of the effects of medical conditions on functioning

Have a basic understanding of the Moving and Handling Legislation and apply manual handling principles in best practice

To participate in a designated aspect of induction training and education of students, work experience and other relevant staff.

Attend all mandatory training set by the trust and the department

To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and available development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio (CPD)

To ensure that mandatory training is kept current and up-to-date

Undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with supervisor

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Relevant short courses (e.g. Moving and Handling Training/ child development/ health care related)
• NVQ Health Care Assistant/ Childcare or Equivalent

skills and abilities

Essential

• Positive interest in working with children with disabilities and their families
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills
• Flexible enough to cope with varied demands of the job
• Shows initiative
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) and negotiation skill

Desirable

• Experience working with children with physical or learning difficulties

knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Awareness of role of school nurse

Desirable

• Experience working in a school setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Richard cloudesley Primary & secondary school

101 Whitecross Street

London

EC1Y 8JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To carry a personal clinical caseload maintaining a high level of professional competence and to demonstrate developing clinical expertise with supervision.
2. To assess, differentially diagnose, plan and implement therapy for children with speech, language and/or communication difficulties on own caseload.
3. To work effectively with clients, carers, education staff and colleagues around individual case management; providing advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible
4. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of sound clinical judgement.
5. To monitor and review the progress of children using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.
6. To adapt practice to meet individual client/carers circumstances, taking into account cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
7. To produce accurate, & detailed reports, therapy programmes, advice and information as necessary in a timely manner
8. To respond to the requirements of the Children and Families Act 2014 completing written advice which will contribute to Education, Health and Care assessments for children/young people who may have Special Educational Needs.
9. To support the effective transition of children between schools and other services as appropriate.
10. To refer children to other Health, Education or Social Services professionals as necessary.
11. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting Safety Policy.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma, Degree or MSC in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC and RCSLT Registration

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to assess and prioritise for therapy.
• Problem solving and Organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to deal with distressed people in stressed situations
• A commitment to the challenge of the job

Desirable

• An ability to speak another language relevant to the Haringey population - especially Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Somali or a West African language

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children in clinics and running groups
• Experience of training others e.g. school staff/parents/carers
• Awareness of clinical governance reflected in day to day work
• Theoretical knowledge of AAC at undergraduate level e.g. symbols
• Knowledge of Child Protection guidelines
• Knowledge of the EHCP process

Other

Essential

• Ability to take majority of leave in school holidays

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Tynemouth Road Health Centre

Tynemouth Road

London

N15 4RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the job description and person specification in full to ensure you have all the skills required for the post.

• The post holder will work as part of the chemotherapy unit, under the supervision of registered nurses, and will support them by participating in the delivery of patient care.
• The post holder will be expected to be self-motivated and use their initiative when necessary.
• Carrying out phlebotomy and completion of routine vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose monitoring) once trained andassessed as competent and alerting registered staff promptly to any changes in a patient'scondition.
• Communicating clearly, effectively and sensitively with patients, families/carers and the wider multidisciplinary team, including providing reassurance and support to patients who may beanxious or distressed.
• Assisting qualified nurses with essential patient care and administrative tasks associated with patient care, in line with the Trust's policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and using electronic patient records appropriately following training.
• Working within infection control, safeguarding and confidentiality standards at all times.
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment for both patients and staff.
• Collecting chemotherapy and other medications from pharmacy.
• Delivering samples to the laboratory.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English level 1
• Completion of Care Certificate including completed practical booklet

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates compassion for patients
• Ability to undertake phlebotomy on patients
• Demonstrates ability to record electrocardiogram
• Ability to alert trained staff of change in patients condition
• Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a team
• Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital setting
• Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team

Communication skills

Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients, colleagues verbally and in writing
• Application form completed in full

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

NEWLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ARE WELCOME APPLY - FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED

Key tasks will include the following:

To assist and supervise, to a high quality, the provision of a chemotherapy compounding service and ensure the safe accurate provision of supportive medication. To support the roles of and work under the supervision of the Chief Technician & Accountable Pharmacist.

Main duties

1. To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and high-quality aseptic pharmacy service to the Trusts patients.
2. To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and high-quality dispensing service of supportive medication.
3. To actively encourage the adherence to all procedures relating to aseptic services and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
4. To have an excellent working knowledge of all procedures, guidelines, and legislation.
5. To participate in the writing, review and update of Standard Operating Procedures and other Quality Assurance (QA) documentation.
6. To liaise with pharmacists, production staff and ward staff on a daily basis, to help regulate and manage workflow efficiently.
7. Participate in Pharmacy Team meetings as required.
8. To problem solve at short notice such as stock supply, staff issues, equipment failures, capacity planning whilst maintaining the day-to-day service efficiently and safely.

See Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ3
• Professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC (by start date)

Desirable

• ACPT and/or PAAP accreditation

Skills

Essential

• Able to work well in a team
• Able to train others
• Problem solving skills
• Computer/IT skills
• Clear and literate writing skills
• Attention to detail

Experience

Essential

• Recent hospital or aseptic unit experience
• Knowledge of cytotoxic handling
• Knowledge of efficient stock control e.g. stock rotation, ordering

Desirable

• Experience of manufacturing aseptically prepared products in an isolator, including validations
• Experience of working in a large multidisciplinary team

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of GMP
• Good knowledge of QA
• Awareness of the dangers associated with handling hazardous products

Desirable

• Understands the importance of quality issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health NHS Trust

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 4-19 years (+), providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

To have an awareness of the needs of children and young people with dysphagia and assessment/ treatment approaches.

To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on CYP seen.

To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and Camden Service for Young People Teams, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

To have due regard for personal safety and that of CYP /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences
• Being able to communicate complex, sensitive information

Experience

Essential

• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of a range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate the speech, language and communication skills of children with complex needs

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Swiss Cottage School

80 Avenue Road

London

NW8 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties

1. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 0-19 years providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

2. To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

3. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

4. To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

5. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

6. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

7. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

8. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

9. To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

10. To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

11. To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

12. To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

13. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

14. To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on children seen.

15. To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

16. To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

17. To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

18. To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

19. To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

20. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

21. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

22. To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

23. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

24. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

25. To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

26. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

27. To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and CDT, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

28. To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

29. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

30. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

31. To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

32. To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

33. To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

34. To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

35. To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

36. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

37. To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

38. To have due regard for personal safety and that of children /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

39. To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

40. To assume delegated tasks as requested by line manager, including participation in working groups, policy development groups etc.

41. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, responding to innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

42. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct (e.g, attending team meetings, participating in in-service training, attending mandatory training, carrying out appropriate administrative duties etc).

43. To be able to be flexible within the service for Whittington Childrens Speech and Language Service and as required by the Speech and Language Therapy Services Manager, this may include a change in workplace.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Desirable

• Successful completion of specialist post graduate study relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders e.g. DLD, SLCN, SEMH, ELKLAN etc.

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Of a specialist range of direct and indirect interventions relevant to communication demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches (where appropriate)

Desirable

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences

Experience

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to a range of audiences e.g., teachers, teaching assistants and specialist education and health professionals
• Experience of working at a specialist level with pre-school children

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kentish Town Health Centre

2 Bartholomew Rd London

London

NW5 2BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 4-19 years (+), providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

2. To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

3. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

4. To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

5. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

6. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

7. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

8. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

9. To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

10. To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

11. To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

12. To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

13. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

14. To have an awareness of the needs of children and young people with dysphagia and assessment/ treatment approaches.

15. To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on CYP seen.

16. To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

17. To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

18. To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

19. To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

20. To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

21. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

22. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

23. To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

24. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

25. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

26. To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

27. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

28. To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and Camden Service for Young People Teams, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

29. To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

30. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

31. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

32. To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

33. To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

34. To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

35. To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

36. To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

37. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

38. To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

39. To have due regard for personal safety and that of CYP /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

40. To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

41. To assume delegated tasks as requested by line manager, including participation in working groups, policy development groups etc.

42. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, responding to innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

43. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct (e.g, attending team meetings, participating in in-service training, attending mandatory training, carrying out appropriate administrative duties etc).

44. To be able to be flexible within the service for Whittington Childrens Speech and Language Service and as required by the Speech and Language Therapy Services Manager, this may include a change in workplace.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences
• Being able to communicate complex, sensitive information

Experience

Essential

• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of a range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate the speech, language and communication skills of children with complex needs

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Swiss Cottage School

80 Avenue Road

London

NW8 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be a proactive member of the pharmacy department, working collaboratively with our diverse team of pharmacy professionals, and to provide excellent pharmaceutical care to our patients.
• To act as Senior Pharmacist during each rotation which includes Acute and Integrated Medicine, Ambulatory and Same Day Emergency Care, Surgery and ITU, Womens Health and Childrens Services (including Neonatal Medicine), Antimicrobial Stewardship, Anticoagulation & Stroke Prevention, Medicines Information, Clinical Trials, Governance and Medication Safety.
• To ensure the seamless transfer of care of our patients between various care settings and ensuring that medicines reconciliation is performed accurately at all times.
• To mentor and undertake the educational and practice supervision of pharmacy team members during their various stages of professional development, including Band 6 and Pre-Registration Pharmacists, and to provide clinical support and training to any other relevant health care professionals.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• MPharm (or equivalent)
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)
• Royal Pharmaceutical Society Faculty membership

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Accurate dispensing, checking, and prescription monitoring skills, and ability to follow written procedures
• Good written and oral communication skills. Able to communicate with patients and all grades of healthcare staff (verbally and in writing)
• Competent in the use of computers and familiar with hospital pharmacy computer systems.
• Confident & assertive when dealing with other professionals
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good problem solving skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Ability to effectively monitor therapeutic regimens in order to ensure effectiveness and safety.

Desirable

• Ability to work autonomously

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous participation in audit and / or research
• Minimum of 18 months post registration
• Experience of working in a large hospital pharmacy department providing a wide range of services

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Self-motivated
• Able to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrates initiative, and motivation & enthusiasm for the post.
• Able to work on own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuing personal development.
• Reliable
• Act as role model and leader to junior members of staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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